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Two die cleaning sewage in Abia

Tragedy strikes in Abia as two men die manually evacuating sewage. The Abia State Orientation Agency warns residents against this illegal and dangerous pra Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-cleaning-sewage-in-abia/

Two die cleaning sewage in Abia

Two men lost their lives while manually evacuating sewage in Abia State, Nigeria. The incident took place on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Power Line, located off Omuma Road in Aba. The Abia State Orientation Agency issued a statement on Friday regarding the tragic event. The agency strongly cautioned residents against manual sewage evacuation, stating it is both illegal and dangerous.

They emphasized that residents must refrain from manual sewage evacuation, as it poses significant risks. The agency urged property owners to utilize approved sewage evacuation services to prevent further loss of lives. It also advised residents and businesses to purchase waste buckets from approved vendors and use them correctly to maintain cleanliness and avoid littering.

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