Soludo Orders Anambra Residents To Repaint Their Houses, Enforcement Starts July 1

Anambra State Government has ordered residents and property owners to repaint old or faded buildings, especially those in public view, as part of efforts to improve the state’s appearance and environment.

In a statement issued on Thursday, June 19, the Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Felix Odimegwu, said the directive is focused on areas like Onitsha, Awka, Nkpor, Nnewi, and Ekwulobia.

He explained that buildings with peeling or faded paint make the environment look neglected and unattractive.

According to the commissioner, the goal is to promote a cleaner, more visually appealing, and eco-friendly state.

The initiative falls under the Anambra State Environmental Management, Protection and Administration Law 2024, which provides the legal backing for beautifying urban areas.

“Notice is hereby given to all residents and occupants of buildings which are in public view areas of the state with particular emphasis on Onitsha, Awka, Nkpor, Nnewil and Ekwuluobia respectively, that general house hold inspection on dilapidated and unpainted structures defacing the environment shall commence with immediate effect.

“This exercise is aimed at strengthening the existing building structures, improving the aesthetic ambience, and the green space of the state as enshrined in the Anambra State Environmental Management, Protection and Administration Law 2024, Part 4 sec 79 (1-7).

“Hence, residents are enjoined to fully maintain, repaint (if necessary) their residential and commercial premises which are in public view (anyaora) areas,” the statement reads.

Dr. Odimegwu said officials will begin physical inspections and enforcement from July 1, 2025.

Property owners are advised to repaint their buildings, especially those that haven’t been painted in the last 10 years or have visible wear and tear.

He further urged both individuals and businesses to ensure their buildings, particularly those visible to the public, are properly maintained and freshly painted if needed.

“Regulators will be embarking on field operations starting from July 1, 2025, for this particular purpose.

“Therefore, concerned individuals and corporate organisations within the purview as stated above are required to repaint their houses/buildings, especially those that have not been repainted in the last 10 years or buildings whose current paint is defacing the environment.

“A clean, beautiful and eco-friendly Anambra is possible if we join hands together to improve her aesthetic ambience,” the statement added.

KanyiDaily recalls that Governor Charles Soludo, recently issued a strict warning against loud preaching in public spaces, especially in markets, citing concerns over noise pollution and public disturbance.