Anambra Govt. Reaffirms Commitment to Tackling Erosion Across Communities
The Anambra State Commissioner for Environment, Dr. Clem Aguiyi, on June 26 reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to addressing erosion and other environmental challenges across the state, assuring that no community facing environmental threats would be neglected.
Dr. Aguiyi gave the assurance following the commencement of technical assessments at the erosion site in Ifite Village, Enugwu-Agidi, days after the leadership of the Ifite Village Development Meeting, led by Mr. Donald Otteh, visited his office to present the environmental challenges confronting the community.
According to the commissioner, the swift deployment of government officials to the affected area reflects Gov. Chukwuma Soludo’s commitment to ensuring timely intervention at both emerging and existing erosion sites across Anambra State.
In line with the commissioner’s directive, the Chairman of Njikoka Local Government Area, Hon. Chinedu Ononiba, deployed the council engineer to assess the failed Ogbolo Nwampete Culvert and prepare a technical report ahead of reconstruction works.
Similarly, on June 26, the Acting Managing Director of the Anambra State Erosion, Watershed and Climate Change Agency (ANSWECCA), Engr. Ifeanyi, conducted an on-the-spot assessment of the erosion corridor extending from the boundary between Ifite and Ogwugwu villages, through Udoka Primary School, to the Ogene Stream in Ifite Village.
The assessment is expected to provide the technical basis for the design and implementation of appropriate erosion control measures as part of the State Government’s proactive efforts to prevent further environmental degradation.
Dr. Aguiyi urged residents and community leaders to promptly report environmental threats to the Ministry of Environment. He also called on Ndi Anambra to support the government’s environmental protection initiatives by keeping drainage channels free of refuse, preserving natural waterways, and adopting sustainable environmental practices.
He reiterated that environmental protection is a shared responsibility, stressing that the government remains committed to initiatives that will promote a cleaner, greener, safer, and more climate-resilient Anambra State.
Amaka Isikala is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State*
