By Prosper Mene
The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Anambra State Branch, celebrated Dr. Nonye Soludo, wife of the state governor, with a prestigious merit award during its 2025 Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference in Awka.
The honor recognizes her trailblazing Healthy Living with Nonye Soludo Initiative, which has redefined public health advocacy through grassroots innovation and community empowerment.Dr. Soludo stood out as the only female recipient at the event, a nod to the transformative reach of her health movement. Launched over three years ago, her initiative has touched thousands with programs promoting nutrition, maternal and child health, and women’s empowerment. From vibrant community fitness walks to school-based health clubs and organic garden projects, Dr. Soludo has made healthy living accessible and practical for all.“She’s brought health to the people’s doorsteps,” said Dr. Chukwuma Ezenwa, a senior NMA member. “Her radio shows and market outreaches use local wisdom to inspire change, making wellness a way of life.” Dr. Soludo’s efforts include free health insurance for 1,000 persons with disabilities, multivitamin distribution to over 26,000 elderly residents, and the Pad Bank Initiative, ensuring schoolgirls have access to sanitary products for uninterrupted education.In her acceptance speech, Dr. Soludo called the award “a shared victory for every Anambra resident embracing healthier choices.” She highlighted the growth of over 325 school-based Healthy Living Clubs, fostering a new generation committed to wellness.
Dr. Nonye Soludo’s recognition unveils a deeper truth: her movement is quietly planting seeds for a revolution that transcends borders. With whispers of her model inspiring neighboring states, the Healthy Living Initiative may soon spark a nationwide wave, proving that one woman’s vision can redefine a nation’s heartbeat.
