In a bold move to transform Anambra into a cleaner, greener, and smarter state, the government has rolled out “Operation Repaint Your Buildings (Ka Anambra Chakee)”—a sweeping order compelling homeowners and shop owners to give their buildings a fresh coat of paint, especially those visible to the public.
The directive is backed by the Anambra State Environmental Management, Protection and Administration Law 2024, and was announced in a public notice dated June 17, 2025, signed by the Commissioner for Environment, Engr. Dr. Felix Odimegwu.
Operation Repaint Your Buildings (Ka Anambra Chakee) is not just about aesthetics. It’s about pride, order, and a smarter state.”
— Dr. Felix Odimegwu, Commissioner for Environment
According to the notice, government inspectors will begin building inspections immediately across key cities including Onitsha, Awka, Nkpor, Nnewi, and Ekwulobia, while full enforcement begins July 1, 2025.
This exercise is aimed at strengthening existing building structures, improving the aesthetic ambience, and expanding the green space of the state.
