Beijing, China – September 25, 2025
The Solution Innovation District (SID) of Anambra State has earned a place among the world’s most innovative ecosystems being named among the top 3 at the prestigious International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP) Inspiring Solutions Awards 2025. The announcement, made during the 42nd IASP World Conference Gala Dinner in Beijing, spotlights Anambra among transformative initiatives from over 80 countries.
The award specifically recognizes the visionary "Anambra Digital Tribe" model championed by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, celebrating the 1 Million Anambra Digital Tribe Initiative as a transformational, inspiring, and impactful blueprint for building a sustainable, homegrown innovation economy. This accolade serves as a powerful validation that Anambra's digital-first vision is resonating globally.
This international recognition is a direct outcome of the bold and forward-thinking leadership of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, CFR. His unwavering commitment to establishing Anambra as the digital and creative capital of Nigeria has been the foundational pillar of this success.
“Governor Soludo’s strategic investments in technology infrastructure, his relentless focus on empowering our youth, and his firm commitment to building a world-class innovation district have been the wind beneath our wings,” said Ms. Chinwe Okoli, Special Adviser to the Governor on Innovation and Business Incubation. “This achievement demonstrates that with purposeful leadership, emerging economies can not only participate in but excel on the global innovation stage.”
This victory carries profound meaning beyond the trophy. By securing a top-tier position on this global platform, Anambra State proves that emerging economies possess the talent, ambition, and strategic vision to co-create the future.
For the local ecosystem, the award is a monumental confidence booster. It affirms to every young dreamer, startup founder, and tech enthusiast in Anambra that their ideas have global relevance. For the world, it underscores that the next wave of inspirational solutions will come from diverse corners of the globe, and investing in ecosystems like Anambra’s is essential for a truly inclusive global innovation landscape.
While we celebrate this significant honor, we are reminded that the ultimate prize is the ongoing tangible transformation of lives and communities through digital innovation. This award is not an endpoint but a catalyst, fueling our determination to continue building the future, one innovator at a time.
To the 1 Million Anambra Digital Tribe: the journey has just begun.
Congratulations to Anambra State!
Anambra is Rising and Solution Is Here!
Contact: sid@anambrastate.gov.ng
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