Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi has spoken about his close relationship with the family of the state’s current governor, Charles Soludo.
Obi disclosed that he and his wife, Margaret, are godparents to some of Soludo’s children, describing the relationship between both families as a close one.
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According to Obi, their relationship extends beyond politics, with both families maintaining a personal connection over the years.
He said he and his wife have played the role of godparents to Soludo’s children, highlighting the longstanding bond between them.
Obi emphasised that he and Soludo have known each other closely and maintained a relationship that goes beyond their political positions.
The revelation comes amid public interest in the relationship between the two former and current Anambra leaders, particularly because of their different political activities and positions.
Obi served as Anambra governor from 2006 to 2013, while Soludo succeeded Willie Obiano as governor in 2022.
Despite their personal connection, Obi and Soludo have at various times been associated with different political positions and platforms.
Their relationship has therefore attracted attention whenever developments in Anambra politics bring their names into the spotlight.
Obi’s latest comments suggest that political differences do not necessarily reflect the nature of personal relationships between individuals and their families.
Obi later became the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 general election.
Soludo, an economist and former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, became governor of Anambra State in 2022 after contesting under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance.
Both men remain prominent figures in Nigerian public life, with their activities continuing to attract attention amid ongoing political developments.
Obi’s revelation about being godparents to Soludo’s children provides a personal dimension to a relationship that is often viewed through the lens of politics.
The disclosure also highlights how personal relationships can continue to exist between political figures despite differences in political affiliation, ideology or public positions.
