By PAMELA EBOH, Awka

The Awka Capital Territory Development Authority (ACTDA) has cautioned owners of factories, companies and business operators within the Awka capital territory to maintain a clean and safe environment around their premises or pay a fine of N300,000.

The directive which was handed out by ACTDA Environmental Officer, Jude Nworah, on behalf of the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Authority Dr. Ossy Onuko, stated that operators are required to cut and clear grasses within and around their premises regularly.

They are also required to provide waste bins and ensure proper refuse disposal.

According to the Agency, its enforcement team will commence routine inspections from February 15, 2026.

ACTDA further warned that defaulters will be sanctioned with a fine of Three Hundred Thousand Naira or legal prosecution.

Nworah said: “The inspection exercise will cover factories, companies and other business premises across Awka to ensure compliance with environmental sanitation standards.

“The directive became necessary following the poor environmental condition previously observed in parts of the capital city, including blocked drainage systems and unclean gutters.”

He revealed that several establishments had earlier been served notices to carry out clean up and desilting of drainages, noting that the enforcement process will not be compromised.

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