By Jude Michael
The Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA) has commenced another round of demolition of shanties and illegal structures at the expiration of its notice to defaulters. The exercise which took place on May 20, is aimed at improving the aesthetics of the state capital of Awka and its environs.
This exercise was carried at Ifite Awka, targeting the removal of illegal shanties and structures constructed under high tension poles, power lines and in close proximity to residential buildings, to provide a safer environment for its residents.
Addressing the residents, the Head of ACTDA Development Control Unit, Mr. Charles Ekwunife, urged the affected individuals to construct standard buildings in safer locations, ensuring compliance with urban development regulations and contributing to a safer, more organized Awka.
Mr. Ekwunife noted that prior to the demolition, ACTDA had repeatedly notified shop owners to desist from erecting buildings in those hazardous areas, but regretted that despite those warnings, numerous structures remained, prompting the current demolition exercise.
Mr Ekwunife, while disclosing that the cleared space was intended for the proposed establishment of a pipe-borne water system which would serve the community’s needs, insisted that ACTDA was paving way for improved infrastructure and a better quality of life for Awka residents.
