The Federal Government has ordered the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, following reports of vandalism and theft of vital components of the bridge.
August 28, 2026
David Umahi, Minister of Works
By Enitan Abdultawab
The Federal Government has ordered the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras on the First Niger Bridge in Onitsha, Anambra State, following reports of vandalism and theft of vital components of the bridge.
Minister of Works, Engr. Dave Umahi, gave the directive during an inspection of the bridge on Thursday, after videos showing the vandalisation of parts of the structure circulated on social media.
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