The Anambra State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, says it held a strategic engagement meeting with construction companies, contractors, and stakeholders over the rising incidents of fibre-optic cable damage during road construction across the state.
According to the Head of Media and Tactical Ops, OKADIGBO EDWIN, the meeting, which took place at the State Command Headquarters, Awka, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, was convened in compliance with a directive from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) through the National Headquarters of NSCDC.
Delivering his opening speech, the Anambra State Commandant of the NSCDC, Maku Olatunde, said in most cases, destruction or vandalism of fibre-optic cables happens during road construction projects where excavations are undertaken without prior consultation, proper verification of underground facilities, or collaboration with telecommunication providers and the NSCDC.
He highlighted telecom assets’ strategic importance, calling for vigilance, regulatory compliance, and cooperation between construction companies and telecommunication providers to prevent disruptions and losses.
In his contribution, the Controller, Federal Ministry of Works, Anambra State, Engr. Dr. Opara Emeka, criticized the attitude of some telecommunication operators who neglect to provide his office with fibre-optic routes, and who do not adhere to approved excavation and right-of-way procedures.
