Anambra State Governor, Prof Charles Soludo yesterday unveiled an operational hub in Awka for the Geeks and Founders Alliance for Soludo (GEFAS), a Tech-driven network of young professionals.
The young ICT professionals are out to mobilize votes for the reelection bid of the incumbent, Gov Soludo, of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA).
The new GEFAS space, a one storey building equipped with Information and Communication Technology (ICT) gadgets, phones, guaranteed twenty four hour power supply, and installation of softwares(MS Office).
The center will serve as a nerve center for community outreach, digital engagement and collaboration, for advancing support for the incumbent’s reelection.
Gov Soludo, represented at the unveiling ceremony by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof Solo Chukwulobelu, expressed happiness that the generation Z people are out support his administration by opening an ICT powered support group and a digital space in his honour.
“Our target is to win the forthcoming election and continue with our good works for Ndi Anambra. Anambra is APGA and APGA is Anambra. We want you to make them know that there is no vacancy in Anambra State.
“We are winning all the polling units even if is with one vote. We are grateful that you have come out to support our reelection without requesting for any support from the government.
“But do not allow the opposition to hijack it. We are excited that our government is changing all aspects of economy. We are redefining and changing campaign strategies too. I love what I have seen. It is very sophisticated and will be able to reach out to more people,” he said.
The Special Adviser (SPAD) to Gov Charles Soludo on Political Matters, Dr Alex Obiogbolu on his part commended the youths for establishing the support group and digital space, assuring that the governor would impact more lives through digital innovation if reelected.
In his welcome address, the Convener, GEFAS, Mr Chukwuemeka Fred Agbata said the space was was founded to support Soludo’s government which according to him, had support youth emancipation and empowerment in all ramifications.
“This space is a reflection of our shared commitment to digital progress and what young innovators can achieve when we unite behind a bigger vision: the re-election of Gov Soludo. He has done wonderful well.
“We set up this place in support of Gov Soludo’s reelection because he loves youth and innovation, and has done so many things to build and empower youth in digital technology.
“We have created this platform to ensure that his continuation is assured. He has done well. His government is built on everything technology and technology everywhere,” he asserted.
