Catholic Diocese of Umuahia Donates Electric Street Sweepers to Abia Govt

The Catholic Diocese of Umuahia has donated two electric street sweeper and scraper vehicles to the Abia State Government to support environmental sanitation in the state.

Presenting the vehicles, the Catholic Bishop of Umuahia, Most Rev. Michael Kalu Ukpong, commended the state government for its efforts in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.

He said the donation reflects the Church’s support for government initiatives, stressing that cleanliness promotes healthy living.

The Bishop expressed hope that the gesture would inspire more individuals and groups to partner with the government in keeping the state clean.

Speaking on behalf of ASEPA, the Deputy General Manager, Catechist Ambrose Johah, thanked the Diocese for the donation and assured that the vehicles would be properly used to improve sanitation across the state.

Jonah noted that the donation reflects growing recognition of ongoing environmental reforms in Abia State, adding that many well-meaning Abians at home and in the diaspora are increasingly supporting government initiatives.

He reiterated the agency’s commitment to sustaining ongoing sanitation efforts and ensuring a cleaner environment for residents.