Anambra’s First Lady Challenges Senator with Bold Allegations Rebuttal

In the vibrant political arena of Anambra State, a sudden clash has captured attention as Nonye Frances Soludo, the First Lady, has delivered a stern response to Senator Uche Ekwunife’s recent allegations. The incident has come just as the region gears up for the hotly anticipated 2025 governorship election.

A Bold Stance on Family Integrity

Mrs. Soludo, wife of Governor Charles Soludo, vehemently branded the accusations as “unfounded” and “malicious,” lamenting that they overstepped boundaries by targeting her family, including her children. “Initially, I chose silence over responding to baseless and unbecoming remarks,” Mrs. Soludo said, explaining her eventual public statement due to growing insidious attacks.

Historical Ties and Personal Attacks

Reflecting on past connections, Mrs. Soludo disclosed that Senator Ekwunife was a known guest in her home, an indicator of what was once a more harmonious relationship. The First Lady criticized what she sees as a pattern of personal attacks on her family, asserting her commitment to dignity and her desire to maintain private family values amidst the political storm.

Calls for Retraction and the Truth of Allegations

Mrs. Soludo urged Senator Ekwunife to issue a public retraction and apology within 72 hours, or risk legal consequences. Reinforcing her rebuttal, she laid down three verifiable facts: her entrepreneurial career free of public funding, her never having met the late Governor Chinwoke Mbadinuju, and her 33 years of faithful marriage to Governor Soludo.

A Public Challenge of Unprecedented Terms

To quash the allegations further, Mrs. Soludo proposed two extraordinary public challenges to Senator Ekwunife. First, she suggested both women should swear oaths of fidelity and chastity in a cathedral, witnessed by their children. Second, she offered for their families to undergo DNA paternity tests in London, with Mrs. Soludo graciously offering to cover the full cost.

Senator Ekwunife’s Persistent Critique

The response comes amidst ongoing criticisms from Senator Ekwunife that extend beyond Mrs. Soludo’s family to the governor himself, criticizing his personal hygiene and challenging the legitimacy of Mrs. Soludo’s PhD, alleging it was from an unaccredited institution. Furthermore, she accused the Soludos of involvement in the contentious tenure of the late Governor Mbadinuju.

As stated in www.westernpost.ng, Mrs. Soludo’s statements mark a firm stance in an escalating political discourse, setting a challenging precedent for resolving personal disputes amidst political campaigns in Anambra State’s future.