Following the recent fire outbreak at, Umuala, the popular Nsulu Games Village in Isiala Ngwa North LGA and other areas of the state as recently recorded, Abia State Governor, Dr Okezie Ikpeazu, has directed a total ban on bush burning in the state with immediate effect.
In a statement signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi kalu states that the ban has become necessary to protect lives and property from avoidable fire disasters as well as preserve our natural habitat.
The Fire Service and security agencies in the state are by this notice directed to ensure full compliance and prosecution of defaulters according to relevant laws.
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