Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State heartily congratulates Chief Emeka Anyaoku, the distinguished elder stateman, on his 92nd birthday, January 18, 2025.Chief Anyaoku is a reputable Nigerian diplomat, who has meritoriously served for years in Nigeria’s foreign missions, the United Nations, and the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations.

Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has extended warm congratulations to Chief Emeka Anyaoku, a renowned Nigerian diplomat and elder statesman, on his 92nd birthday, celebrated on January 18, 2025. Chief Anyaoku’s illustrious career spans several years of meritorious service in various roles, including Nigeria’s foreign missions, the United Nations, and as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations.

As a distinguished African diplomat and former Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Anyaoku has left an enduring legacy, championing democracy, human rights, and development across the Commonwealth. His relentless pursuit of peace, justice, and good governance has had a lasting impact on Africa and global international relations.

Chief Emeka Anyaoku is a highly respected champion of democracy, human rights, and development, not only in Nigeria but across the Commonwealth.¹ As a distinguished elder statesman, he has made significant contributions to the advancement of these values, earning him widespread recognition and admiration. In addition to his impressive international credentials, Chief Anyaoku is also celebrated as the foremost personage from Anambra State, a testament to his enduring legacy and impact on the state and its people.

In a release by Soludo’s Chief Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, the governor said Chief Anyaoku’s illustrious career as a diplomat of global repute has been an enduring legacy of reference for the country.

Consequently, Governor Soludo applauded the Obosi-born statesman for his relentless contributions to Anambra, stating that he has unswervingly served as a role model and mentor to successive leaders of the state, inspiring them to strive for excellence.

He extolled Anyaoku’s pursuit of peace, justice, and good governance which has left an imprint in Africa and internationally, with his role as the vice-president of the Royal Commonwealth Society. Also, for his credible leadership position as the Adazie of Obosi and Ugwumba of Idemili.

Soludo, on behalf of the government and the good people of Anambra State, wishes Chief Anyaoku a very happy birthday and more years of fulfillment.