Abia State to Hold January Sanitation Exercise January 31

Abia State to Hold January Sanitation Exercise January 31

The Abia State Government has announced that the Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise for the month of January will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. across the state.

According to a press release signed by the Honourable Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Philemon Asonye Ogbonna, movement of people and vehicles will be restricted during the exercise, except for individuals on essential duties.

Such persons are required to present valid identification or authentic authorization upon demand.

The release directed Executive Chairmen of Local Government Councils, traditional rulers, town union leaders, religious leaders, as well as youth and women organizations to sensitize residents on the importance of the exercise and ensure full participation within their respective communities.

It further stated that markets, motor parks, public and private transport companies, and business premises are to remain closed on Friday, January 30, 2026, between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. to enable them conduct their internal clean-up activities.
Security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), are to assemble at their usual take-off points for deployment during the exercise.

Residents have also been advised to remain at home, clean their surroundings, and ensure the use of nose masks while participating.

The Commissioner warned that defaulters will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the Abia State Basic Environmental Law.