Soludo Signs Anambra Electricity Bill, Five Other Key Laws to Drive Development and Security

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has sparked debate after signing six far-reaching laws that his administration claims are designed to boost investment, security, and healthcare — but critics say may centralize power and deepen state control over sensitive sectors.

The signing, which took place at the Governor’s Lodge in Amawbia, included top political figures such as Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Somtochukwu Udeze, and Majority Leader, Ikenna Ofodeme. The announcement was made in a press release by the governor’s spokesperson, Christian Aburime.

The new laws cover everything from energy and investment to traditional medicine and security, but not everyone is convinced of their intentions. Among the most contentious is the Anambra State Homeland Security (Amendment) Law, which some fear could give state security forces more unchecked authority under the guise of “enhancing safety protocols.

Another eyebrow-raising inclusion is the Anambra State Electricity Law, which hands the state greater control over power distribution, prompting concerns over potential monopolization and regulation backlash from independent providers.

The Herbal Practice and Indigenous Traditional Medicine Laws are being lauded by cultural advocates, but others worry about the risk of legitimizing unverified practices without sufficient scientific oversight.

Also raising questions is the Mission Schools of Nursing and Midwifery (Amendment No. 2) Law, with skeptics asking whether state-run reforms will actually translate to better training and conditions for health workers, or simply more bureaucracy.

While Soludo hailed the legislative push as a “transformational step” for Anambra’s development, opposition voices and civil society groups have started to express concern over the rapid expansion of government oversight through these laws.

As implementation begins, the public is watching closely — will these reforms deliver real progress, or are they a calculated move to tighten control ahead of 2027 political maneuvering?