AWKA, Anambra — The wife of Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has been named a recipient of the Public Health Innovation Award at the 2026 Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards.
The recognition highlights her advocacy for preventive healthcare, healthy nutrition, physical fitness and improved community wellbeing through her Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative.
According to a statement issued by her media aide, Daniel Ezeigwe, the award will be presented at a ceremony scheduled for November 20, 2026, in Lagos. <Cite refs={[“turn853710news0″,”turn853710news1”]}/>
The award forms part of the Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards, which recognises individuals and organisations for contributions to leadership, innovation and development across the continent.
Healthy Living Initiative Drives Recognition
Soludo’s Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative promotes healthier lifestyles through public health education and community-based programmes.
The initiative focuses on preventive healthcare, nutrition, physical fitness and personal hygiene, with particular attention to women, children and young people.
According to Ezeigwe, its activities include health education, menstrual hygiene awareness and programmes designed to encourage healthier habits in households and communities.
The approach emphasises the importance of disease prevention and health education alongside medical treatment, helping individuals understand how everyday choices can influence their wellbeing.
Focus On Women, Children And Young People
Women, children and young people are among the key groups targeted by the initiative’s health promotion programmes.
Its activities seek to improve awareness of nutrition, hygiene and physical activity while encouraging families to adopt healthier practices.
Menstrual hygiene education is another component of the initiative, addressing personal health practices and the importance of access to accurate information.
Community-based interventions can help take health information beyond hospitals and formal healthcare facilities, making preventive health messages more accessible to households and local communities.
Award Ceremony Scheduled For November
The Public Health Innovation Award will be presented during the 2026 Africa Future Leadership Conference and Awards at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos.
The event is scheduled to hold under the theme, “Beyond Leadership: Building Legacy.” <Cite refs={[“turn853710news0″,”turn853710search3”]}/>
The recognition places further attention on public health advocacy and the role of community-based programmes in promoting healthier lifestyles.
Soludo’s award announcement comes amid growing attention to preventive healthcare initiatives that encourage people to take practical steps towards improving their health.
The ceremony is expected to bring together leaders and stakeholders from different sectors to recognise contributions to leadership, innovation and development.
The award is scheduled for presentation on November 20, 2026; as of October 10, the announcement concerns her selection as a recipient rather than confirmation that the award has already been presented.
