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In an effort to fulfill the mandate of the Lagos Water Corporation and provide improved water services to the residents of Lagos, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani, the Managing Director of the corporation, has conducted an extensive inspection of the waterworks throughout the state. The purpose of the visit was to assess the operations, infrastructure, and overall efficiency of the plants, with the aim of ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality services to the people of Lagos.

Accompanied by Engr. Helen Taiwo, the new Executive Director of Operations, as well as key management staff, engineers, and technicians, Engr. Tijani visited various waterworks, including the 45MGD Iju, 70MGD Adiyan I Waterworks, the under-construction 70MGD Adiyan Phase II water treatment plant, and the Akute Intakes. During the tour, he also listened to reports from the Plant Managers at each location.

The inspection encompassed several important aspects, such as observing the functioning of water purification and production machinery, including sedimentation tanks, pumping stations, clear water tanks, filters, raw water inlets, and the chemical house at Iju. At Adiyan Phase I, the Managing Director visited the Intake Pump Station, Intermediate Pumping Station (IPC), filter beds, and the laboratory, among other areas.

Engr. Tijani and his team also visited the 70MGD Adiyan Phase II plant, which is currently under construction and funded by the Lagos State Government. This plant is expected to serve three million residents in the western part of the state in the near future.

The inspection conducted by the Managing Director focused on identifying areas for improvement and optimizing the efficiency of the waterworks. Discussions were held with the technical team to explore strategies for meeting the increasing water demand and reducing the water supply gap. The team also reviewed available options to minimize water loss, improve energy efficiency, and implement advanced technologies for water treatment and distribution. Engr. Tijani expressed enthusiasm for incorporating innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency and promote environmental sustainability.

During the visit, Engr. Tijani expressed satisfaction with the dedication and commitment of the waterworks staff. He assured them of the corporation’s commitment to providing a conducive work environment and continuous training to facilitate productivity and the effective maintenance of the waterworks.

The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has taken emergency measures to rehabilitate the major waterworks at Iju, Adiyan, and Akute Intakes in order to improve water services in the state. This intervention has resulted in a significant improvement in water

Following interruption of Water supply in some parts of Lagos State on Wednesday 12th April, 2023, as a result of damaged 1200mm water pipes at Ogudu underbridge by articulated vehicle, Lagos Water Corporation has announced repair of the damaged pipes, as water supply has been restored to the affected community and its environs.

The Managing Director /CEO, Engr. Muminu Adekunle Badmus made this declaration today Tuesday 18th, April, 2023 in Lagos.

In his statement, Engr. Badmus stated, “our team of Engineers have temporarily repaired the damaged 1200mm water pipes towards urgent restoration of Water supply in the State.

“Presently, Water has been restored to the affected community and its environs, and we assure you of continous improve in
water supply.

“We therefore regret any inconveniences caused during the period of water disruption, as LWC is working assiduously to to supply every homes in Lagos.”.

Engr. Badmus however, thanked the residents for their continous understanding, cooperation and support, as the Corporation is ever committed towards sustaining the improved service delivery Lagos State.

LWC had earlier reported a setback suffered, following a trailer accident that occurred last Wednesday 12th April, 2023 at Ogudu underbridge, destroyed properties worth millions of Naira.

Lagos Water Corporation has suffered a major setback following a trailer accident that occurred last at Ogudu underbridge, destroying properties worth millions of Naira.

The incident which happened at Ogudu underbridge recorded no casualty, but demaged Water pipe, equipment and other valuable assets supplying Water to Ogudu Area and its environs of the State.

This has resulted in heavy wastage of water in the  community and beyond, as the entire area was heavily flooded.

However, the LWC Managing Director/CEO, Engr Muminu Adekunle Badmus has assured the residents of the area of quick intervention to prevent futher  water wastage and a quick restoration of potable water supply to the affected areas.

He stated, “our experienced and dedicated staff have been alerted and sent to the area for timely arrest of the burst and to restore Water supply.

“Also, the driver and his vehicle are currently detained at the Police station for necessary investigation on the cause of the accident”, the MD stated.

Following this development, LWC has urged the state residents to always report burst pipes, leakages and any act of vandalism to the Corporation’s dedicated numbers on: 0704 597 3012, 0704 597 3013,

0703 326 1974, 0703 320 7647.

Recall that Water supply has improved in the State, as LWC  began the test running of the Adiyan and Iju Waterworks after completion of the intervention/rehabilitation works embarked upon by the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu led administration towards improved water service delivery.

…visit Otto, Otumara Communities, Ebute Metta, Lagos Mainland, as rulers/residents pledge support for the Programme

Lagos Water Corporation in partnership with United States Agency for International Development (USAID)  have sought the support and understanding of the Lagos residents, particularly, the Traditional rulers of Otto and Otumara Communities, Ebute metta of Lagos Mainland of the State.

This was disclosed during the visit of the Corporation and USAID to the Communities on Thursday 6th April, 2023.

The Olotto of Otto and Lagos Mainland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Abisoye Odesanya Okeyide Olupejobi, ably represented by the High Chief Jubril Aro,  Baale Otumara, Chief Kehinde Kalejaiye and entire residents were in joyous mood to receive the delegates of the Corporation and USAID who have come to seek their support towards the commencement and realisation of the Programme.

In his introductory statement, the LWC Managing Director/CEO, Engr. Muminu Adekunle Badmus, represented by LWC Deputy Director Distribution, Department, Engr. Saheed Olatunji said, the visit is to acquaint the team with the host Communities and to announce the commencement of the Programme.

Engr. Olatunji further stressed that the partnership is aim at improving  water supply in the communities, Lagos in general, as the project would be sponsored by USAID, in partnership with the Lagos State government to improve on the quality of life of Lagos residents.

He added that, as we berth in the Communities, we deemed it fit to pay homage to the Traditional rulers and seek their support to bringing the project to life.

On his part the representative of USAID team, Engr. Joechim Ezeji urged the Traditional rulers to help in the area of sensitization and Enlightenment of residents of the areas for total cooperation and support.

In their separate statements, the Traditional rulers pledged their support and cooperation for the realization of the program.

The Olotto of Otto and Lagos Mainland, through his spoke person, High Chief Jubril Aro expressed delight for the laudable project and thanked Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu (Governor of Lagos State) led administration for his commitment towards improving in water supply in the State.

However, in his remarks, the Baale of Otumara community, High Chief Kehinde Kalejaiye,  commended the partnership between the Lagos Water Corporation and USAID for the birth of the project.

He said, “we give thanks to God for inspiring this  project. Otumara community and indeed the entire Ebute Metta district is a large community but as large as it is, we have a change of potable water supply.

“Our people cannot wait for the project to see the light of the day, as the Communities need water.

We earlier reported that USAID had  visited LWC Headquarters, Water-House, Ijora, Lagos on Tuesday 4th April, 2023 to unveil

CHEMONICs as a contractor for the improvement of water supply in the state, which will include support in the improvement of the governance and regulatory framework in Lagos State.

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The Lagos State Government through Lagos Water Corporation has advised secondary school students to come up with innovations to address water, sanitation and hygiene issues in the State.

The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) Managing Director/CEO, Engr. Muminu Adekunle Badmus, made the call on Wednesday at the Grand Finale and Maiden Annual Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Essay Competition.

The event, which was part of activities to mark 2023 World Water Day, was organised by the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) in collaboration with LWC and held at Victoria Island.

It had over 80 schools and representatives from six education districts in Lagos in attendance.

Badmus commended participants in the essay competition, saying the students must go beyond classroom knowledge to providing solutions.

The Managing Director said analytical skills would help the students to become game changers and pledged continuous support for the essay competition.

He urged secondary school students to keep participating in the competition to boost their knowledge, exposure and get important research skills to become solution providers.

Badmus cited example of Ansar-udeen Grammar School, ‘ADGS’ Surulere which invented a Water Filtration and Purification system a few years ago, which won them the Nigerian Stockholm Junior Water Prize.

He said that the winners went on to represent Nigeria later that year in Sweden and were commended for their innovation.

“By asking the right questions, you can develop analytical skills and investigate effects by digging deep into their causes.

“When you know the cause of a problem, the solution would easily fall on our laps,” he said.

Miss Chioma Joseph, SS2 student of Keke Senior High School, Ifako Ijaye, clinched the overall best position in the senior category.

Vetland Senior Grammar School’s Olaoluwa Olaniyn came second while Oyewole Egunjobi of Ayangburen Senior High School and Josephine Hunpe of Lagos State Senior Model College, Kankon Badagry both came third place.

In the Junior Secondary category, Miss Chisom Ezeanya, Lagos State Junior Model College Ojo came first; Esther Ajileye, Eva Adelaja Junior Girls Secondary School came second while Blessing Nwabueze of District Junior College Agege, came third.

Winners were given laptops and other educational gift items while some schools also received cash donations.

The National Chairman, NIMechE, Dr Funmilade Akingbagbohun, said over 80 schools from six education districts participated in the essay writing on topics related to water, sanitation and hygiene.

Akingbagbohun said the competition was organised to address a lacuna in the space of water sanitation and hygiene in Nigeria and engineering is about problem solving.

She thanked the Lagos  Water Corporation for supporting the programme, and commended all the six education districts that participated.

The Chairman said 20 out of 80 schools qualified for the grand finale, with seven emerging as winners.

She said all hands must be on deck for effective collaboration towards achieving a clean environment.

The Chairman said everyone had a role to play in ensuring improved water and sanitation facilities, to promote hand washing and prevent diseases.

Akingbagbohun  said that every aspect of life required water.

She said the use of polluted drinking water and poor sanitary conditions in Nigeria had increased water-borne diseases including diarrhea and cholera.

The Chairman gave statistics on the consequences of poor sanitation and water and the need to target the youth as game changers to provide solutions.

The guest speaker, Ms Cherish Jefferson, said the problems of water required multi-sectoral solution because its impact affected every sector and segment of life.

Jefferson, a 500 level student of  Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Lagos, called for collective action, saying SDG 6 was the most important which must be pursued to solve societal problems.

She said SDG 6 stated that everyone should have safely managed water, good hygiene and sanitation and focused on ending open defecation by 2030.

Jefferson called for deliberate efforts towards conserving water to mitigate the impact of climate change.

“Simple action like turning off a tap is important,” she said.

She also called for recycling of water, volunteering to support community-led initiatives for change and increased awareness campaigns.

Senior Special Assistant to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on STEM Education, Dr. Adetola Salau, said 1,000 children die daily from bad water, sanitation and hygiene, hence the need for creative ways for water conservation.

Salau promised to join the Lagos Water Corporation in the partnership, while urging the students to create prototypes on ideas they have toward solving problems in their communities.

She enumerated various aspects of engineering the students could explore while reeling out examples of teenagers providing solutions in some countries.

The Lagos State Government through Lagos Water Corporation has advised secondary school students to come up with innovations to address water, sanitation and hygiene issues in the State.

The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) Managing Director/CEO, Engr. Muminu Adekunle Badmus, made the call on Wednesday at the Grand Finale and Maiden Annual Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Essay Competition.

The event, which was part of activities to mark 2023 World Water Day, was organised by the Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers (NIMechE) in collaboration with LWC and held at Victoria Island.

It had over 80 schools and representatives from six education districts in Lagos in attendance.

Badmus commended participants in the essay competition, saying the students must go beyond classroom knowledge to providing solutions.

The Managing Director said analytical skills would help the students to become game changers and pledged continuous support for the essay competition.

He urged secondary school students to keep participating in the competition to boost their knowledge, exposure and get important research skills to become solution providers.

Badmus cited example of Ansar-udeen Grammar School, ‘ADGS’ Surulere which invented a Water Filtration and Purification system a few years ago, which won them the Nigerian Stockholm Junior Water Prize.

He said that the winners went on to represent Nigeria later that year in Sweden and were commended for their innovation.

“By asking the right questions, you can develop analytical skills and investigate effects by digging deep into their causes.

“When you know the cause of a problem, the solution would easily fall on our laps,” he said.

Miss Chioma Joseph, SS2 student of Keke Senior High School, Ifako Ijaye, clinched the overall best position in the senior category.

Vetland Senior Grammar School’s Olaoluwa Olaniyn came second while Oyewole Egunjobi of Ayangburen Senior High School and Josephine Hunpe of Lagos State Senior Model College, Kankon Badagry both came third place.

In the Junior Secondary category, Miss Chisom Ezeanya, Lagos State Junior Model College Ojo came first; Esther Ajileye, Eva Adelaja Junior Girls Secondary School came second while Blessing Nwabueze of District Junior College Agege, came third.

Winners were given laptops and other educational gift items while some schools also received cash donations.

The National Chairman, NIMechE, Dr Funmilade Akingbagbohun, said over 80 schools from six education districts participated in the essay writing on topics related to water, sanitation and hygiene.

Akingbagbohun said the competition was organised to address a lacuna in the space of water sanitation and hygiene in Nigeria and engineering is about problem solving.

She thanked the Lagos  Water Corporation for supporting the programme, and commended all the six education districts that participated.

The Chairman said 20 out of 80 schools qualified for the grand finale, with seven emerging as winners.

She said all hands must be on deck for effective collaboration towards achieving a clean environment.

The Chairman said everyone had a role to play in ensuring improved water and sanitation facilities, to promote hand washing and prevent diseases.

Akingbagbohun  said that every aspect of life required water.

She said the use of polluted drinking water and poor sanitary conditions in Nigeria had increased water-borne diseases including diarrhea and cholera.

The Chairman gave statistics on the consequences of poor sanitation and water and the need to target the youth as game changers to provide solutions.

The guest speaker, Ms Cherish Jefferson, said the problems of water required multi-sectoral solution because its impact affected every sector and segment of life.

Jefferson, a 500 level student of  Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Lagos, called for collective action, saying SDG 6 was the most important which must be pursued to solve societal problems.

She said SDG 6 stated that everyone should have safely managed water, good hygiene and sanitation and focused on ending open defecation by 2030.

Jefferson called for deliberate efforts towards conserving water to mitigate the impact of climate change.

“Simple action like turning off a tap is important,” she said.

She also called for recycling of water, volunteering to support community-led initiatives for change and increased awareness campaigns.

Senior Special Assistant to Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on STEM Education, Dr. Adetola Salau, said 1,000 children die daily from bad water, sanitation and hygiene, hence the need for creative ways for water conservation.

Salau promised to join the Lagos Water Corporation in the partnership, while urging the students to create prototypes on ideas they have toward solving problems in their communities.

She enumerated various aspects of engineering the students could explore while reeling out examples of teenagers providing solutions in some countries.