Illegal structures removed in Onitsha to restore order
The OCHA Brigade has demolished shanties and illegal structures along the Upper Iweka and Uwangbede axis of Onitsha-Owerri Road in Onitsha. The operation targeted buildings obstructing drainage and traffic, aiming to improve safety and urban order. Celestine Anere, Managing Director of the OCHA Brigade, emphasized the importance of compliance with building and land-use regulations. The agency warned that future violations would face strict enforcement.
What happened
- The OCHA Brigade conducted a demolition and environmental enforcement exercise in Onitsha, focusing on illegal structures and shanties.
- Celestine Anere stated the operation was to protect lives, public infrastructure, and restore order in public spaces.
- Street traders and structures blocking roads, pedestrian walkways, and drainage channels were cleared to improve accessibility.
- Government lands and public spaces that had been encroached upon were recovered and sealed.
- The agency warned residents and business operators against future violations and assured continued enforcement of regulations.
