- Governor Chukwuma Soludo and his family are celebrating after his daughter, Oduko, graduated with a First-Class Honours degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham in the UK.
- Her mother, Dr. Nonye Soludo, credited the achievement to hard work, sacrifice and faith in God.
- The news also generated reactions on social media, with many congratulating Oduko, while others questioned the absence of her brother, Ozonna, from the graduation photos and debated the issue of politicians educating their children abroad.
Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, is celebrating a major family milestone as his daughter, Oduko Soludo, graduated with a First-Class Honours degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom.
The achievement was announced by the governor’s wife, Dr. Nonye Soludo, who described the academic feat as a reward for hard work, sacrifice and unwavering faith in God.
In a heartfelt congratulatory message shared on social media, Dr. Nonye Soludo praised her daughter for her dedication and perseverance throughout her academic journey.
She wrote: “Today, my heart is filled with immense gratitude to God as we celebrate our beloved daughter, Oduko, on her graduation with a First Class Honours degree in Neuroscience from the University of Nottingham. You have shown that true success is not a product of chance but of hard work, sacrifice and steadfast faith in God.”
She added that watching Oduko grow into an intelligent, compassionate and purpose-driven young woman has been one of her greatest joys, praying that God would continue to guide her and use her knowledge for the service of humanity. The First Lady also urged her daughter to remain humble, kind and committed to lifelong learning as she begins the next phase of her career.
The graduation has since attracted widespread attention online, with congratulatory messages pouring in from supporters and well-wishers. However, the celebration also sparked conversations on social media, as some users questioned why Oduko’s brother, Ozonna Soludo, was not seen in the family photos shared from the ceremony, while others debated the decision of public officials sending their children to study abroad.
Among the reactions, Pascaline NJ Opara wrote, “Their names starts with letter ‘O’, Ozonna, Oduko. Congratulations to her, wetin Ozonna study na.”
Irish Khalifa commented, “All of una children dey school aboard but boys no let us rest for Onitsha.”
Ama Rachi added, “Why ozona no dey for the picture?”
Another user, Anthony Okobi, wrote, “I thought Ozonna was his first daughter?”
