The Anambra State Government has ordered residents and property owners across major towns to repaint buildings that are old, dilapidated, or visually unappealing.
This directive takes effect from July 1, 2025, and will be enforced through field inspections led by state environmental regulators.
According to the Commissioner for Environment, Dr Felix Odimegwu, the repainting order applies especially to structures located in public view—locally referred to as “anyaora” areas. These include high-traffic cities like Onitsha, Awka, Nkpor, Nnewi, and Ekwulobia.
In a press statement issued on Thursday, Odimegwu said the move aims to create a more beautiful, clean, and green environment across the state. He explained that buildings which haven’t been painted in over 10 years or have faded, dirty or peeling paint will be the main targets.
“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, Nnewi and Ekwulobia respectively, that general household inspection on dilapidated and unpainted structures defacing the environment shall commence with immediate effect,” the commissioner announced.
He said that the government is acting under the Anambra State Environmental Management, Protection and Administration Law 2024, particularly Part 4, Section 79 (1-7), which gives legal backing to such environmental beautification efforts.
Inspections Begin in July to Ensure Compliance
Dr Odimegwu made it clear that regulators will begin field visits from July 1 to ensure full compliance. He urged homeowners and corporate bodies to act before the inspections begin.
“Regulators will be embarking on field operations starting from July 1, 2025, for this particular purpose,” he said. “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.”
He added that the government believes improving the state’s visual appeal will help promote public health, preserve building integrity, and boost tourism and investment.
“A clean, beautiful and eco-friendly Anambra is possible if we join hands together to improve her aesthetic ambience,” he concluded.
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