The Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, in fulfillment of a promise he made, has unveiled Innoson vehicle as his official car.
Mr Soludo had said, before his inauguration, that as part of his administration’s strategy to promote local brands, he would only use Innoson vehicles manufactured in Anambra State, as the official government vehicles.
Shortly before his inauguration, Mr Soludo made his entry into the Government House, Awka, with a black Innoson SUV.
Mr Soludo later said in his inaugural address that he wanted to make a statement with Innoson vehicles and his patronage of other local goods.
“When you see me in Innoson vehicles or in my Akwete dress with a pair of shoes made in Ogbunike/Nkwelle Ezunaka and Onitsha, we are making a statement,” he said
He said he would open up the local economy by bringing the world to Anambra and also taking Anambra to the world.
He said the light refreshment to be served after his inauguration would be abacha from Umunze, ukwa from Isuofia, Anambra rice with ofe akwu, nkwu enu from Awgbu, ngwo from Awa and Oba, and malt and bottled water from Onitsha.
“As part of our “made in Anambra”, cultural renaissance and healthy living agenda, when you come to the Governor’s Lodge or attend any state government’s function, be sure to be served only “Made in Anambra”.
“If you can produce it in Anambra, I will be your chief marketing officer, provided that your standard meets the “Anambra standard”—which is excellence. The Anambra State Government will only patronize Made in Anambra products and services unless such goods or services are not currently made in Anambra, then made in Nigeria, Africa, etc, in that sequence,” Mr Soludo said.
