Information reaching Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) has it that the Anambra State Government in Nigeria has demolished the head office of Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing Company in Nnewi town.
Governor Charles Soludo approved the exercise which will pave way for an ongoing road construction project.
Sources told DDM that the state government and the company had reached an agreement on settlement before the demolitio took place.
Anambra Government’s relationship with Innoson
The state government and Innoson have enjoyed a rosy relationship since Governor Soludo assumed office in 2022.
In line with the governor’s preference for locally-produced products, he has been patronizing Innoson vehicles for official use.
“When you see me in Innoson vehicles or in my Akwete dress with a pair of shoes made in Ogbunike/Nkwelle Ezunaka and Onitsha, we are making a statement.
“As part of our “made in Anambra”, cultural renaissance and healthy living agenda, when you come to the Governor’s Lodge or attend any state government’s function, be sure to be served only “Made in Anambra”, Soludo said during his Governorship campaign.
Months back, Soludo purchased a flagship G-Class-inspired IVM G80 SUV, which was also part of the convoy seen in the footage shared.
Soludo made this known in a video posted to his official Facebook page, where the customized luxury SUV was his choice of car for a recent outing.
“A good ride home in the Pride of African Road — Innoson Vehicles… We will continue to Market Everything Made in Anambra,” he wrote in the caption.
The Innoson mid-sized SUV joins the flagship Mercedes-Benz G-Class-inspired Innoson IVM G80 SUV, which was also part of the convoy seen in the footage shared by Soludo.
Governor Soludo’s drive to support locally brands and services has since inspired Governor of Abia State, Alex Otti, who recently took delivery of his IVM G80 SUV official vehicle.