The Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (NACCIMA) has successfully concluded its two-day Council Meeting in Awka, marking the association’s return to Anambra State after 16 years.
The meeting, which ended on Thursday, August 28, was described by delegates as a resounding success, with stakeholders commending Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo for implementing economic reforms that continue to attract investment and inspire private sector confidence in the state.
Declaring the meeting open, Governor Soludo, ably represented by his deputy, Dr. Onyeka Ibezim, welcomed delegates and reaffirmed the state’s readiness to strengthen partnerships with NACCIMA in advancing trade, commerce, and industrial growth. He emphasized that Anambra remains “open for business with a heart of partnership.”
In his welcome address, Chairman of the Anambra Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ANCCIMA), Engr. Chidi Egemba, described the hosting of the third quarter Council Meeting as a “historic milestone.” He noted that the chamber’s last national meeting in the state took place 16 years ago, crediting the return to Governor Soludo’s visionary leadership and commitment to making Anambra “livable and prosperous.”
Egemba highlighted Soludo’s economic transformation agenda, with particular focus on youth empowerment, digital innovation, and industrial development. According to him, these reforms are restoring investor confidence and encouraging stronger collaboration between government and the private sector.
National President of NACCIMA, Dr. Jani Ibrahim—who presided over his first Council Meeting since assuming office, expressed gratitude to the Anambra State Government for its hospitality. He praised the enabling environment fostered by the Soludo administration and urged other states to emulate Anambra’s model of inclusive governance and economic reform.
As a gesture of appreciation, the Chamber presented gifts to Governor Soludo and members of his executive council in recognition of their support for trade and economic development.
The meeting featured extensive deliberations on trade, industry, and investment opportunities, with resolutions adopted to promote ease of doing business across Nigeria, strengthen collaboration with government, and expand opportunities for youth and women entrepreneurs.
Delegates however departed with renewed optimism, expressing confidence that the outcomes of the meeting would contribute significantly to repositioning both Anambra and Nigeria as key hubs of commerce and industry.
Dignitaries in attendance included the Anambra Commissioner for Industry, Mr. Christian Udechukwu; Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Mr. Don Onyenji; Commissioner for Agriculture; as well as prominent business leaders and members of chambers of commerce from across the federation.