The Lagos State Government has announced that the Adiyan II Water Treatment Plant, designed to produce 70 million gallons of water per day, is on track for completion by the last quarter of 2027. This significant infrastructural project, with an estimated cost of N5 billion, is poised to bolster the water supply for over 24 million residents in Lagos, complementing the existing Adiyan I plant’s capacity.
During an inspection tour in the Agbado, Oke Aro Road area, which lies on the border between Lagos and Ogun State, State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, expressed satisfaction with the project’s progress. He detailed the specifics of the construction, which includes laying 8.1 kilometers of 1600mm thick pipes for the treatment plant.
Wahab outlined the comprehensive plan to enhance water availability across Lagos, stating, “With 70 million gallons from Adiyan II, combined with contributions from Adiyan I, Iju, and Ishasi, along with micro and mini water works, we are looking at a total capacity of 100 million gallons per day.” This expansion is part of a broader initiative under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s mandate to ensure all homes in Lagos have access to pipe-borne water by 2027.
The project manager, Daniele Cifola, provided an update on the construction status, emphasizing that timely funding would secure the project’s timely completion. He also highlighted the project’s social impact, noting that over 110 local workers have been employed, with plans to hire more as construction advances.
In related developments, the Lagos State Water Corporation (LSWC) has been actively increasing water production from its existing facilities like Iju and Adiyan. Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani, the Managing Director of LSWC, underscored the corporation’s dedication to enhancing water supply reliability. He acknowledged that the increased production might lead to some infrastructure-related issues like leakages but reassured the public of prompt maintenance responses. Tijani encouraged residents to report any observed problems to LSWC’s helplines for immediate action.
This project not only aims to address the acute water needs of Lagos’s burgeoning population but also reflects a strategic approach to infrastructure development, ensuring sustainable water management and distribution across one of Africa’s largest cities.
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