ANAMBRA GOVT REAFFIRMS MEGA CITY DRIVE, DEMOLISHES SCORES OF ILLEGAL STRUCTURES. (PHOTO).#PRESS RELEASE

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 Anambra Government Reaffirms Mega City Drive, Demolishes Scores of Illegal Structures By Ruth Orji  The Anambra State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the ongoing regeneration drive and restoration of sanity across the state through enforcement exercises and demolition of illegal structures statewide. The exercise was led by the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Barrister Chijioke Ojukwu, on July 8, in line with the Physical Planning Law of Anambra State. Stating that it is no longer business as usual, the commissioner urged residents to take every notice received from the ministry seriously and comply promptly with planning regulations henceforth. He, however, said several eviction notices had been served but were taken with a pinch of salt, adding that demolitions followed because structures defaced the environment or obstructed pedestrian walkways. In Nnewi, a building erected on a drainage channel was demolished, while several shanties a...

706 BALLOT BOXES DESTROYED IN FIRE AT INEC OFFICE IN DELTA. (PHOTO).


 706 Ballot Boxes Destroyed in Fire at INEC Office in Delta


The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed a fire incident at its office in Ika North East Local Government Area, Delta State.


In a statement posted on its official X handle on Tuesday, INEC reported that the fire destroyed approximately 706 ballot boxes, 50 election bags, 322 apron vests, and various other items.


The Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for Delta State, Mr. Etekamba Udo Umoren, confirmed the incident, explaining that it occurred on Monday afternoon due to a power surge following the restoration of public electricity supply.


The fire completely razed the section of the store where petrol generators and other materials were stored. In addition to the ballot boxes and election bags, the fire also destroyed three electric generators, 140 stamps, 50 ballot box seals, and various items such as envelopes, posters, forms, and booklets.


Fortunately, there were no casualties or injuries. The incident has been reported to security agencies and emergency services for a thorough investigation. INEC expressed gratitude to the Nigeria Police Force and the Delta State Fire Service for their prompt response.

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