According to the report from the Vanguard, In his recent remarks, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, the Governor of Anambra State, shared the significant challenges his family faced during the banking consolidation period. He revealed that they had to go into exile due to several threats and attacks from different people.
Prof. Soludo, who is also a former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), described the banking consolidation as a dangerous gambling and war, but noted, "today we could write about it."
Addressing the audience, he began with a disclaimer: "I have not read the book. My gratitude goes to the author of this book, and I appreciate my major incredible team."
He extended his thanks to Nigerian stakeholders for their massive support, comparing the period to a revolution: "It was like a revolution time; today, we are celebrating the possibility of Nigeria. The revolution changed the Nigerian banking system forever."
Prof. Soludo emphasized the importance of leadership and self-sacrifice, stating, "As a leader, you must be self-sacrificing and ready to pay the prize to avoid personal interest."
Highlighting the transformative impact of the consolidation on banks, he noted, "The major message of today is the revolution for the banks themselves, who were now giants, such as Access and Standard Trust Bank."
He concluded with a powerful message on the power of belief and vision: "I want everyone to know that what is stopping and limiting us from developing is our mind. If we can dream it, we will achieve it."