Soludo Advocates for Collective Progress Among Ndigbo

On October 11, 2026, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, the Governor of Anambra State, addressed the TEDxEnugu conference at the International Conference Centre in Enugu State. He emphasized the need for a fundamental mindset shift among Ndigbo, advocating for a transition from “fragmented individual hustle” to structured collective institutions.

Soludo pointed out that while Ndigbo excel individually, there is a collective vacuum that hinders significant progress. He challenged the youth to rethink their approach to economic development and urged them to reconnect with their homeland, noting that over 50 percent of the Igbo population resides outside the South-East.

Soludo called for the creation of economic powerhouses and encouraged the youth to acquire high-value knowledge and skills. He concluded by stating that public service is a vital form of philanthropy and urged the younger generation to build a new Ndigbo capable of thriving in a borderless world.