Two die cleaning sewage in Abia

Two men have died in Abia State, Nigeria, while attempting to manually evacuate sewage. The tragic incident occurred on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Power Line, off Omuma Road, in the commercial city of Aba.

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Residents are strongly advised to desist from manual evacuation of sewage, as the practice is both illegal and dangerous.

The Abia State Orientation Agency confirmed the deaths in a statement issued on Friday, August 14. The agency used the occasion to issue a stern warning against the practice of manual sewage evacuation, describing it as both "illegal and dangerous." The statement emphasized that residents and property owners must desist from this hazardous activity.

To prevent further loss of life, the agency strongly advised the use of approved sewage evacuation services. It also urged residents and businesses to obtain waste buckets from authorized vendors and to utilize them correctly for waste collection. The agency stressed the importance of avoiding littering and illegal dumping to maintain a clean environment for the well-being of individuals and their families.

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Residents and property owners are urged to use approved sewage evacuation services and avoid putting lives at risk.

The notice serves as a critical reminder of the public health risks associated with improper waste management and the necessity of adhering to safety regulations and utilizing professional services for such tasks.

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Your cleanliness is not just for you but for your loved ones.