Operatives of OCHA Brigade carrying out the operation in one of the locations. Credit: OCHA
The Operation Clean and Healthy Anambra, otherwise known as the OCHA Brigade, has cracked down on illegal street trading and environmental violations, carrying out a major enforcement and decongestion exercise across markets in Ogidi, Afor Igwe Umunnachi, Oye Agu Abagana, Nkpor and surrounding areas.
During the operation on Monday, the agency demolished several shanties and illegal structures obstructing drainage channels. Goods displayed in violation of the state’s environmental regulations were also confiscated.
It was gathered that the exercise was aimed at sanitising the affected areas and discouraging residents, traders and developers from continuing the dangerous and unlawful practice of building or operating businesses within restricted corridors.
Operatives of OCHA Brigade carrying out the operation in one of the locations. Credit: OCHA
