The Enugu State Waste Management Authority (ESWAMA) has announced that the monthly sanitation exercise will hold in Enugu tomorrow, February 28th. from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
In a memo signed by Richard Onaga, ESWAMA Managing Director, the sanitation body stated that the monthly sanitation exercise will lead to strict restriction of movement for people and vehicles.
An exemption will be granted only to those on essential duty upon confirmation of their work status using their identification cards or ESWAMA Pass. ESWAMA officials will be activated to enforce restrictions on movement within Enugu and Environs.
A mobile Environmental court will be in session to arraign defaulters and charge them with their crimes. This will hasten the judicial process and speed up the dispensation of justice.
All sporting activities are suspended in respect of the sanitation exercise, and neighbourhoods are expected to tidy up their environs. The suspension is extended to the transport sector, where all transport activities are expected to be suspended.
ESWAMA calls on Ndi Enugu to take part in the monthly cleanup. They reminded residents that it is part of their collective responsibility to keep Enugu clean. Enugu was voted the cleanest state in Nigeria on two different occasions last year.
Enugu voted one of the Cleanest Cities in Nigeria twice
Last Year, the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, named Enugu the Cleanest State in Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Green Nigeria Challenge. A prize of N100 million was awarded to the state, along with a ceremonial plaque.
Additionally, an independent NGO, Clean-Up Nigeria, ranked Enugu as the Cleanest State in the South-East and the 2nd Cleanest State in Nigeria.
The NGO’s methodology included a 15-member body to assess Nigerian States. They used 80% Satelite imagery and 20% physical verification.
Enugu is historically known for its greenery and aesthetics, complementing the state’s class. The current administration is positioning Enugu State as a choice location for national events. The state hosted the NBA Annual General Conference and NAFEST 2025, both of which were held there last year.
