By PAMELA EBOH, Awka

Governor of Anambra State, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has declared that funds in the state’s treasury cannot afford the luxury of retinue of political appointments by his government, saying that there will be no further appointments.

He made the declaration on Wednesday during a town hall meeting with traditional rulers, presidents-general, women presidents-general and community youth leaders across the state.

The Governor said he would rather invest in the employment of new teachers and health workers to make up for manpower deficits in state schools and hospitals.

He sressed that his plan to make Anambra Dubai-Taiwan would require cooperation and sacrifice of all residents of the state, even as he gave assurance that he will consolidate on the projects of his predecessor, despite paucity of funds,

“Today marked 49 days we assumed office. This is the second time we’re calling this meeting to keep you abreast with our commitment in transforming the state. We’ll call you again in 100 days.

“Our first duty is to resurrect Onitsha. Onitsha must rise, being the Obi of Ndigbo. Almost all gutters in the city are all filled up. Distilling of Sakamori has commenced. All houses blocking the river must come down,” Soludo stated.

Recall that the governor recently appointed about 20 commissioners and a few other aides that have since assumed duties.