24/06/2026
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๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ Aligns with State Directive as "Operation Keep Eket Clean" Gains Momentum
The Eket Local Government Environmental Sanitation, Waste Management and Recycling Authority (EESAWMA) has formally announced its commitment to the implementation of the newly introduced mandatory monthly environmental sanitation policy of the Akwa Ibom State Government.
The policy, recently unveiled by the Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Environmental Protection and Waste Management Agency (AKSEPWMA), Obong Prince Ikim, stipulates that every last Saturday of the month shall be observed as a Statewide Environmental Sanitation Exercise with full restriction of movement across the State.
Reacting to the development, the Chairman of EESAWMA, Amb. Richy Udoka, described the directive as a welcome and progressive policy that will strengthen environmental governance, improve public hygiene, promote civic responsibility, and accelerate the collective effort towards achieving a cleaner Akwa Ibom State.
According to him, Eket Local Government is fully prepared to align with the State Government's renewed environmental agenda through the ongoing "Operation Keep Eket Clean" programme.
๐๐ฉ๐๐๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐จ๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ฉ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ, ๐๐ฆ๐. ๐๐ข๐๐ก๐ฒ ๐๐๐จ๐ค๐ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐๐:
The Eket Local Government Environmental Sanitation, Waste Management and Recycling Authority wholeheartedly welcomes and supports the directive of the Akwa Ibom State Government under the leadership of AKSEPWMA Chairman, Obong Prince Ikim, mandating every last Saturday of the month as a Statewide Environmental Sanitation Exercise with restriction of movement.
This directive is in line with our existing environmental reform programme, Operation Keep Eket Clean, which was initiated by the Executive Chairman of Eket Local Government Council, Rt. Hon. Akaniyene Tommey, as part of his administration's commitment and promise to make Eket the cleanest Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State.
The Chairman further explained that Operation Keep Eket Clean is being implemented through the collaborative efforts of EESAWMA and the Eket GreenTown Environmental Initiative, a strategic environmental platform established to drive public sensitization, community participation, waste management reforms, environmental advocacy, and sustainable sanitation practices across Eket Local Government Area.
He noted that the initiative is already yielding positive results through environmental awareness campaigns, drain clearance exercises, waste evacuation operations, market sanitation activities, community clean-up exercises, and the implementation of the Zonal Waste Collection System.
According to him:
"Environmental sanitation is not merely a monthly exercise. It is a civic duty and a shared responsibility. A clean environment promotes public health, prevents flooding, reduces environmental hazards, attracts investment opportunities, and improves the quality of life of our people.
We therefore call on all residents of Eket Local Government to embrace this renewed environmental culture by participating fully in every sanitation exercise and maintaining cleanliness beyond the sanitatio hours.
The Authority urged residents, landlords, tenants, market traders, transport operators, business owners, institutions, religious organizations, youth groups, and community leaders to actively participate in the sanitation exercise by:
- Cleaning their homes and surroundings.
- Clearing gutters and drainage channels.
- Removing overgrown weeds and environmental nuisances.
- Ensuring proper storage and disposal of waste.
- Avoiding indiscriminate dumping of refuse.
- Refraining from open burning of waste.
- Owning standard waste bins.
- Registering with approved Waste Service Providers operating within their designated zones.
The Chairman emphasized that the success of the State Government's sanitation policy will depend largely on public cooperation and compliance.
He further assured residents that EESAWMA will intensify environmental education, monitoring, inspection, and enforcement activities across all communities within Eket Local Government Area to ensure the effective implementation of the directive.
The vision of Rt. Hon. Akaniyene Tommey is clearโto make Eket the cleanest, healthiest, and most environmentally responsible Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State. Through Operation Keep Eket Clean and the support of the people, that vision is achievable.
We therefore urge all residents to support this initiative, obey sanitation regulations, and join hands with Government in building a cleaner and healthier Eket for present and future generations.
EESAWMA reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and pledged continued collaboration with AKSEPWMA, community stakeholders, environmental partners, and residents in advancing the environmental transformation agenda of Akwa Ibom State.
OPERATION KEEP EKET CLEAN
An Initiative of Rt. Hon. Akaniyene Tommey, Executive Chairman, Eket Local Government Council
Implemented through EESAWMA and the Eket GreenTown Environmental Initiative.
OUR MESSAGE TO THE PUBLIC
Your Environment, Your Health, Our Responsibility.
Say YES to a Clean Eket.
Say NO to Refuse Burning.
Say NO to Illegal Dumping.
Say NO to Littering.
Together, We Can Make Eket the Cleanest Local Government Area in Akwa Ibom State.
Signed:
Amb. Richy Udoka
Chairman
Eket Local Government Environmental Sanitation, Waste Management and Recycling Authority (๐๐๐๐๐๐๐)
