Mathew Amaechi
The Anambra State Government has renamed its newly inaugurated Government House Mini City to “Light House Awka”, aligning it with the state’s enduring identity as the “Light of the Nation.” The move comes as part of a sweeping series of reforms and infrastructure projects approved by the state’s Executive Council to reinforce governance, public order, and development.
The renaming was announced on Tuesday by the Commissioner for Information, Dr. Law Mefor, following the 10th meeting of the Anambra State Executive Council (ANSEC), held at the newly operational government complex in Awka.
According to Mefor, the new name reflects both symbolic intent and administrative clarity, with the government seeing the facility as a “functional centre of governance.” The decision follows extensive deliberation within the council, which was presided over by Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
Beyond the renaming, the council approved a bold directive targeting the growing concern of child begging in the state. Mefor disclosed that any premises found to be used as shelters or holding spaces for child beggars would henceforth be sealed and seized in accordance with the newly enacted Anambra Homeland Security Law 2025.
“This marks a clear zero-tolerance stance against the exploitation of children on Anambra soil,” Mefor said. “The state is determined to restore moral and social order in our communities.”
The council also commemorated the peaceful and well-attended International Children’s Day celebration held on May 27 at Solution Fun City, praising the children’s conduct and reaffirming the administration’s commitment to child welfare.
On the infrastructure front, the council approved several new capital projects aimed at boosting industrial development and local productivity. These include: Construction of a factory warehouse for pharmaceutical-grade kaolin processing in Ukpor, awarded to Strata Projects Ltd at a cost of ₦190.5 million, with an eight-week completion target.
Extension of the Nnewi industrial power line and installation of a 750 KVA transformer at the Kaolin Plant, also in Ukpor, awarded to Zamlic Ventures Ltd for ₦110.1 million, scheduled to be completed in six weeks.
Procurement and supply of uniforms and gear for the state’s Ocha Brigade, awarded to Analiro Enterprises Ltd for ₦155.6 million.
In another key development, the state is moving to operationalize its own electricity regulatory framework. Following the signing of the Anambra State Electricity Law, the council approved the immediate establishment of the Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission and greenlit a recruitment campaign to onboard technical experts for the new body.
Governor Soludo’s administration has continued to press ahead with structural reforms, aiming to build institutional resilience and socio-economic transformation across the state. The latest moves suggest a firm pivot toward consolidating state power, tackling urban social issues, and promoting industrial infrastructure — all under the symbolic glow of the newly named Light House Awka.
