SOLUTION FUNCITY: A WORLD OF WONDER WHERE FUN MEETS THE FUTURE
(Aftermath of xmas celebration in Anambra State)
By Christian ABURIME
The map of Nigerian recreational excellence is being redrawn. The essence of therapeutic communal fun is being redefined all by one man: Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR
For too long, the quest for world-class, pulse-quickening, memory-making fun, usually means you have to look beyond our borders or you settle for what is available. Today, that era is over.
Ensconced in the vibrant embrace of Anambra, a new sprawl of exhilaration has been unveiled: an ambitious, lush 12.7-hectare world of wonder where the roar of a roller coaster is a declaration, and the splash from a water slide is the sound of a future arriving.
This is Solution Fun City in Awka, which is not just an Amusement park, but a revolution in play, a catalyst that would draw the world to Anambra as a destination hub. For fun seeker and investors alike. It is place where wonder is built right here in Anambra State?
In the Southeast, Solution Fun City has emerged as a new dawn of leisure and entertainment that is rising like the phoenix from Anambra. It is a game-changing vision brought to life by Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, commissioned last year by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and is now a monumental complex redefining the very concept of recreation in Nigeria.
For the curious, just imagine a Disney-style wonderland where the electrifying scream of a roller coaster meets the joyful splash from a towering water slide. Where the gentle turn of a 38-metre diameter Ferris Wheel offers panoramic views over verdant lawns and ornamental trees, all part of a carbon-neutral design that harmonises thrill with environmental stewardship. It is the largest integrated amusement and water park complex in the Southeast, Nigeria and West Africa.
Solution Fun City is engineered to captivate every age and spirit. Adrenaline seekers can conquer the dizzying Drop Tower, sway on the pendulum of the Pirate Ship, or race through twists and turns on state-of-the-art coasters. For those drawn to aquatic adventure, the park boasts Olympic-sized swimming pools, playful island pools, thrilling water slides, and interactive aqua towers.
But the experience extends far beyond joyful rides. Step into a world of indoor cinemas, immersive virtual reality zones, competitive bowling alleys, and vibrant indoor arcades. Test your aim in paintball arenas, or engage in friendly activities
Crowning the sprawling, amazing complex is the exclusive Anambra Country Club, an oasis of sophistication featuring spas, gyms, a serene swimming pool, and restaurants offering fine dining. It is a seamless blend of high-octane fun and refined relaxation for social and business networking.
More seriously, Governor Soludo’s vision for Anambra as a premier tourist destination finds its physical expression in Solution Fun City. This flagship project is a proof of concept, a tangible demonstration of the state’s commitment to its tourism and creative economy agenda, designed to spur private-sector investment and build lasting investor confidence for a long time to come.
The economic ripple effects are profound. The facility is meant to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, from ride operators to lifeguards, from entertainers and ICT operators, to maintenance crews. It will energise local supply chains, benefiting hotels, restaurants, transport operators, and artisans. The influx of domestic and international tourists, families, school groups, and corporate events will significantly boost tourism income and government revenue, catalysing broader economic growth across the state.
Beyond economics, Solution Fun City also serves a vital social purpose. It provides a safe, structured leisure hub for young people, fosters community bonding through shared recreational experiences, and enhances Awka’s brand as a modern, vibrant city where people can live, work, play, and invest with beatific optimism.
Managed independently with a long-term view towards privatisation, the project ensures that future revenues will be reinvested into building more public infrastructure for Anambra, thereby creating a virtuous cycle of development.
The future of Anambra is not just bright; it is exhilarating, dynamic, and full of promise. Solution Fun City is more than a destination; it is the beating heart of this new rising ascendancy, a place where joy flows, memories are made, and the landscape of Nigerian recreation is forever changed.
Welcome to Solution Fun City, Awka, where fun meets the future!