The Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, has dedicated his recognition as the South-East Most Outstanding Speaker at the HallowMace Africa National Legislative Awards, to the Government and people of Anambra State.
Receiving the award at the NAF Event Conference Centre, Abuja, Rt. Hon. Udeze described the honour as a motivation to deepen his commitment to legislative excellence, strengthen collaboration between the Legislature and Executive, and contribute to the growth of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Udeze said the 8th Anambra State House of Assembly has introduced reforms, innovations and improved legislative agenda-setting that have enhanced the institution’s performance and inspired other legislatures across the country.
The Speaker reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to enacting impactful laws and passing resolutions that will promote the development of Anambra State and improve the welfare of its people.
He thanked the organisers, HallowMace Africa and the Conference of Speakers in Nigeria, for the recognition, while expressing gratitude to the people of Anambra State for their support, prayers and encouragement throughout his leadership.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Director of HallowMace Africa, Ambassador Sunny Osiebe, said the awards recognise lawmakers who have distinguished themselves through outstanding legislative performance and public service, noting that Rt. Hon. Udeze met the criteria for the honour.
Angel Network News (ANN) reports that
many residents of Anambra State have described the award as a well-deserved recognition of the Speaker’s achievements and contributions to legislative leadership in the South-East.
