Anambra State House of Assembly has passed a resolution calling on Governor Chukwuma Soludo to direct the Commissioners for Works and Infrastructure, Housing, the Managing Director Awka Capital Territory Development Authority and Chairman Anambra State Physical Planning Board to carry out a comprehensive check and monitoring of damp proofing of structures across the state.
According to the Member representing Orumba South Constituency and the Chairman House Committee on Works and Infrastructure, Engineer Emma Nwafor, who moved the motion during yesterday’s plenary, said that the move is aimed at curbing the alarming spread of mycotoxins in buildings resulting from moisture, dampness and capillary issues.
In their submissions, the Majority Leader of the House, Sir Ikenna Ofodeme and member representing Aguata Constituency Two, Chief Tony Muobike supported the motion, describing it as timely and essential for sustainable infrastructure development in the State.
The Speaker of the House, Right Honourable Somtochukwu Udeze, commended the sponsor of the motion for raising an issue that affects the state and reaffirmed the House’s commitment to legislation that enhances public safety and infrastructure durability.
