The Anambra State Government has approved contracts worth over ₦640 million for healthcare and infrastructure projects, while introducing new policy measures aimed at strengthening environmental protection, improving education standards and sustaining key social welfare programmes.
The approvals were part of resolutions reached at the third meeting of the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC) in Awka and contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Value Reorientation, Mr Law Mefor.
According to the statement, the decisions reflect Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s commitment to inclusive governance, sustainable development and improved service delivery across the state.
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The Council reaffirmed its commitment to the regeneration and modernisation of markets, describing the sector as a critical driver of the state’s economy. It said efforts would continue to create cleaner, safer and better-organised commercial centres.
ANSEC also expressed concern over traders displaying goods on roadsides outside designated market areas, noting that the practice contributes to traffic congestion and poses safety risks. To address the challenge, some markets will be relocated and fenced off from major roads.
The Council identified erosion as the most serious environmental threat facing the state and attributed its increasing impact to poor stormwater management, construction on natural waterways and indiscriminate tree felling.
To curb the menace, the government resolved to enforce existing environmental laws requiring homeowners to construct catch pits to reduce stormwater runoff and protect public infrastructure.
The Council further resolved to sustain the administration’s flagship social intervention programmes, including free education and free antenatal and delivery services for pregnant women.
As part of efforts to improve educational outcomes, the government approved the introduction of a School Adoption Programme under its Public-Private-Community Partnership initiative, known as “Soludozie Anambra.”
The programme will encourage individuals, philanthropists and corporate organisations to support public schools through investments in infrastructure, learning resources and technical expertise.
The Council also approved plans for legislation to establish minimum standards and professional conduct requirements for administrators of public and private primary and secondary schools.
The proposed law is expected to curb arbitrary charges and exploitative levies, regulate school practices and prohibit restrictions on students reusing textbooks.
On project approvals, ANSEC authorised the release of ₦237 million for the remodelling of Afouzo Market in Isuofia, Aguata Local Government Area. The contract was awarded to Crystal Dove Construction Company Limited.
The Council also approved ₦402.83 million for the supply of routine antenatal medicines and related services under the state’s free antenatal and delivery programme. The contract was awarded to Jessy Pharmaceutical Company Limited and Award Global Company Limited.
The state government said the projects and policy reforms are designed to enhance economic growth, improve public service delivery and raise the quality of life of residents while advancing the administration’s vision of a liveable and prosperous Anambra State.
