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Godparent row: Soludo clarifies relationship with Obi

Punch Nigeria November 03, 2026 13 views
Godparent row: Soludo clarifies relationship with Obi

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Anambra State Governor Soludo Clarifies Relationship with Ex-Governor Obi

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo, has addressed the recent public disagreement surrounding the nature of his relationship with the family of his former governor, Peter Obi.

The dispute originated when the Obi family publicly questioned the nature of their connection to Governor Soludo. However, the governor has now confirmed that the wife of former governor Obi is the godmother of one of his children.

Governor Soludo's Clarification

Speaking to PunchNG, Governor Soludo stated, "It is true that Mrs. Obi is the godmother of one of my children. Our families have been friends for a long time, and this misunderstanding has been blown out of proportion."

Background on the Families

The Obi and Soludo families have been known to be close for years, with their friendship dating back to their time in the Nigerian political scene. The recent disagreement has caused a stir among the public and media, leading to this clarification from Governor Soludo.

Peter Obi's Political Career

  • Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, is known for his contributions to the region's development.
  • Chukwuma Soludo, also a former governor, has held prominent positions in the Central Bank of Nigeria and the African Development Bank.

Anambra State and Nigeria

Anambra State is one of the 36 states in Nigeria, a West African country with a diverse history and rich culture.

Nigeria is the most populous country on the African continent, with a diverse range of ethnic groups, languages, and religions.

Clarification on the Godparent Issue

Governor Soludo's clarification aims to put an end to the ongoing debate surrounding the nature of his relationship with the Obi family.

The clarification comes at a time when the Obi family has been vocal about the godparent issue, with Peter Obi himself stating that the relationship between the families has been misunderstood.

The clarification by Governor Soludo is expected to bring peace to the families and put an end to the public disagreement.

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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