Our correspondent
The Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has warned those erecting illegal structures in markets, especially in the Onitsha main market not to dare him.
He maintained his resolve to solve the problem of the existential threat and also to restore law and order in Anambra State.
He stated this during a state-wide broadcast as a follow up to the ongoing demolition in Onitsha.
He frowned at the way people were erecting illegal structures in the Onitsha main market and warned that no one should dare the resolve of the present administration in the state to give Anambra a new look.
Recalled that Anambra State government on 7th July 2022 began the implementation of urban regeneration in Onitsha as structures built on waterways are being demolished.
The governor stated that law and order must return to Anambra for things to function well and maintained his resolve of implementing the master plan of Onitsha.
He also used the opportunity to address the controversy over the demolished church of Pastor Odumeje of the Holy Ghost Intervention Church, noting that notice has since been served to all affected developers and building owners including churches.
The Governor noted that the cooperation of ndi Anambra will play a key role in achieving a livable and prosperous Anambra State.
He maintained that having consequences for any unlawful action is part of the new order.
The Governor recalled that he had several consultations with the owners of the illegal structures before the demolition and noted that the demolition will continue until the purpose is achieved.
Noting that their actions has cost the state so much damage, Governor Soludo said that the defaulters should be apologizing to Ndi Anambra and maintained that those concerned will pay the bills accrued to the job the state is doing by removing the structures.
The Governor also said that those that gave approval to erect such illegal structures will also be held publicly accountable maintaining that there must be consequences for misconduct in the new Anambra.
