The Adamawa State Government, through its Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, has banned the display of posters, stickers, and banners on all public structures across the state, warning that violators will face prosecution.
The ministry said the directive aims to prevent further defacement of government buildings and public facilities, a problem worsened by campaign, commercial, and promotional materials.
According to the government, the practice undermines efforts to maintain cleanliness, orderliness, and the aesthetic appeal of public infrastructure throughout Adamawa.
Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mohammed Sadiq, disclosed the directive in a statement on Friday, noting widespread violations that contravened environmental sanitation laws.
He emphasized that individuals, political organizations, religious bodies, and businesses must immediately stop placing materials on streetlight poles, signboards, roundabouts, and other government-owned structures.
“Anyone found violating this directive will be prosecuted, and the cost of removing such illegal materials will be borne by the offenders, in line with the Adamawa State Environmental Protection and Sanitation Laws,” Sadiq said, urging the public to support government efforts to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
He added that the ministry will take strict enforcement actions against defaulters while encouraging residents to actively participate in preserving the state’s environment and public image.
Sadiq further called for collective responsibility in protecting Adamawa’s infrastructure and maintaining sustainable public spaces.
