Victor Ezeja
As the new administration of Prof. Chukwuma Soludo in Anambra State continues to facilitate some systemic changes after the March 17 inauguration, ‘Office of the Wife of the Governor,’ created by the last regime may be scrapped.
It was observed on Friday morning that the structure of the office, located at the left-hand side of the entrance gate of the Government House in Awka was undergoing renovation, as painters were seen cleaning off the bold inscription “Office of Wife of the Governor.”
The new government started with signing an Executive Order banning touting in Anambra State, making key political appointments, and embarking on some crucial tours and visitations, among others, all aimed at paving the way to run an effective administration as the governor had stated in some of his outings after his swearing-in.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe building currently stands without any inscription, which according to observers, implies abolishment of the ‘Office of the Wife of the Governor,’ by the current administration.
Analysts believe the measure is to cut down on cost of governance and prudently manage the state’s resources.
There are speculations that the Soludo administration might not allow the existence of the ‘First Lady Office,’ as he made no mention of First Lady or Governor’s Wife in his inaugural address.
It is, however, still sketchy, what the building would be used for by this current administration, if truly it decides to scrap the First Lady’s Office.
The last administration of Chief Willie Obiano created the Office with his wife, Dr. Mrs. Ebelechukwu Obiano, occupying it through out the eight years of two terms as First Lady of the state.
The building was, however, not designated as the Office of the Wife of the Governor during the administrations of former Governors, Chris Ngige and Peter Obi, until the arrival of Chief Willie Obiano who designated it as such.
Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with seven years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Master's degree in Mass Communication.
