Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Photo: State government
The Rivers State Government has warned against carrying out any physical development without obtaining the necessary approvals from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.
The government specifically warned individuals, corporate organisations and other stakeholders to heed the directive.
It said the ministry is the only legally recognised authority empowered to regulate physical planning and urban development in any part of the state.
It emphasised that anyone who contravenes due process will face legal consequences.
