Soludo Is a Youth O’Clock Governor, Key In, Play Your Part — Commissioner Agha Mba Charges Anambra Youth
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The Anambra State Commissioner for Youth Development, Hon. Patrick Agha Mba, has called on youths across the state to rise to their civic responsibilities, saying it is golden time for them to play their own part in building a greater Anambra under Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s Solution Agenda.
The Commissioner made the call on Thursday while addressing youth leaders from various communities in the state during the maiden edition of their leadership training workshop held at the ASATU Hall, Government House, Awka.
The two-day workshop, themed “The Role of ASATU Youth in Deepening and Consolidating Leadership, Security, Governance and Value System for Community Development in Line with the Solution Agenda of the Soludo Administration,” was organized by the Anambra State Association of Town Union Youth Wing (ASATU Youth), in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Development, Ministry of Local, chieftaincy and community affairs, office of Accountant-General of Local Government and the Industrial Training Fund (ITF),
Speaking at the event, Hon. Agha Mba described Governor Soludo as a “Youth O’Clock Governor” whose policies and priorities have consistently reflected an unwavering commitment to youth empowerment and transformation. According to him, Anambra youths had never had it this good, as the present administration has placed them at the very core of its developmental blueprint.
“This Governor has demonstrated, not in words but in action, that it is truly Youth O’Clock in Anambra State,” he declared.
According to him, “From the launch of the ‘One Youth, Two Skills’ initiative, SID to other youth-centred projects, programmes and policies of the Solution Government, Mr. Governor has opened up multiple frontiers for youths to dream, create, and thrive.”
The Commissioner emphasized that these youth-focused policies of the government are not mere political lip service, but deliberate mechanisms to engage the energy of young people, reduce unemployment, discourage criminality, and foster a culture of self-reliance, enterprise, and innovation.
Urging the participants to leverage these opportunities and become active contributors to the state’s development, the Commissioner warned against any attitudes that is capable of sabotaging the progressive rise of the State, while also kicking against apathy, entitlement, or blame-shifting.
What legacy are you building in your community? It’s time to play your own part as a leader.
Reflecting on his personal journey, Hon. Agha Mba shared his humble rise from community youth leader, ASATU Youth President to Local Government Chairman and now Commissioner for Youth Development, attributing his political growth to consistency, integrity, and a burning desire to make a difference.
“I am a product of community-based youth leadership. I’ve been where you are today. So, I know the enormous potential you carry. But you must stay focused, responsible, and positive-minded,” he charged.
The Commissioner further urged the youth leaders to prioritize mentorship, continuous learning, and consultation with relevant stakeholders in their communities — including elders, professionals, and government agencies — in order to better improve and equip themselves to lead with greater wisdom, credibility, and vision.
“You must not lead in isolation. Something is even telling me that some of you live and lead from here in Awka instead of your communities, thereby missing out in tapping from the resourceful ideas, mentorship, wealth of knowledge and helpful experiences or counsel of the elders, elites and key stakeholders from your respective communities. You must learn to tap into the wisdom around you. Consult, ask questions, seek knowledge. That is how leaders grow,” he noted.
In a subtle but strategic call for identity and grassroots visibility, Hon. Agha Mba also encouraged the youth leaders to proudly wear and promote their respective community youth uniforms during local functions that will ensure consolidation and direction instead of always donning the ASATU attire.
“Charity begins at home,” he said, advising that “You must be ambassadors of your individual communities before you become ambassadors of ASATU or the state. Let people know where you’re coming from.”
He also urged them to domesticate and internalize the ASATU Youth Shared Values, not merely as a motto, but as a guiding creed that should influence their thoughts, words, and actions in leadership.
“If we all live by those shared values in our communities, we’ll be building a more progressive Anambra and the liveable, prosperous homeland envisioned by Mr. Governor,” he said.
Describing the workshop as timely and visionary, the Commissioner reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to supporting the ASATU Youth Wing and similar platforms aimed at grooming future leaders. He encouraged the participants to maximize the knowledge shared during the training, deepen their sense of civic duty, and be agents of peace, progress, and problem-solving in their various communities.
“You must be the example of the change you preach. Let your tenure be remembered for solving problems, not creating them.”
Hon. Agha Mba reminded the youths that leadership is not a title but a responsibility.
“This is your time,” he emphasized. “It is Youth O’Clock in Anambra. But remember: time flies. What you do with this time will define whether you become a forgotten name or a remembered leader.”
The well-attended event organized by the Comrade Ken Okoli-led ASATU Youth, was also graced by the Deputy Governor of the State, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim; the Majority Leader of the Anambra State House of Assembly and member representing Anaocha II Constituency, Hon. Sir Ejike Okechukwu; State Commissioner for Lands, Prof. Offornze Amucheazi (SAN); and Social Development Specialist, Hon. Chudi Mojekwu, among others.
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