The Enugu State Structures for Signage and Advertisement Agency, ENSSAA, has reiterated its ban on the pasting and unauthorised display of posters across the state, warning violators of fines of up to ₦50 million.
The agency issued the warning ahead of the Enugu State local government elections scheduled for September 26, 2026, and the 2027 general elections, when political activities and campaign-related publicity are expected to increase.
In a statement signed by its General Manager, Hon. Francis Aninwike, on Wednesday, ENSSAA said the ban covers all forms of posters, including those bearing the names, photographs, logos, slogans and messages of political parties, candidates and aspirants.
The agency said the restriction is backed by the Enugu State Structures for Signage and Advertisement Agency Law No. 12 of 2016, particularly Sections 4(1)(g), 33 and 34(4)(9), which provide for the regulation and control of outdoor advertising and the display of posters and other advertising materials.
ENSSAA stated that no individual, political party, candidate, aspirant, campaign organisation or supporter is permitted to paste, affix or display posters on buildings, walls, fences, bridges, electricity poles, road infrastructure, public facilities or any public or private surface within the state.
According to the agency, the measure is aimed at preventing the indiscriminate defacement of public and private property while preserving the environmental and aesthetic quality of cities, towns and communities across Enugu State.
The agency also extended the warning to printers and printing establishments, cautioning them against producing or facilitating posters intended for unauthorised display or pasting.
ENSSAA said where an unauthorised poster is traced to a printer, the printer may be investigated and sanctioned if its involvement in the violation is established in accordance with the law.
It further warned that anyone found violating the ban would face applicable financial penalties and other sanctions prescribed by law.
The agency advised political parties, candidates, aspirants and campaign organisations to use radio, television, print and digital media platforms, as well as approved billboards, for their campaign activities.
ENSSAA stressed that the ban applies equally and without fear or favour to all individuals, political parties, candidates, aspirants and organisations, regardless of political affiliation or status.
The agency said the ban remains in force and urged all concerned to comply with the directive.
