A coalition of water advocacy groups attributes Nigeria’s persistent water shortage to poor funding of water utilities. Their report emphasizes the need for the government to enhance financial support for water services, showcasing the dire condition of water infrastructure in several states.
Ahead of the World Water Day 2025, a coalition of water justice organizations highlighted that insufficient funding is the primary reason for the ongoing water scarcity in Nigeria. In a report titled “Dry Taps: A Damning Verdict on the State of Water Utilities in Nigeria,” they urged the government to enhance the financial support for water services across the country.
The coalition’s report underscores the severe inadequacy of funding in Nigeria’s water sector, which hinders citizen access to clean water. It calls for urgent governmental intervention to improve water utility financing and address the health risks posed by inadequate water supply, particularly in urban and rural areas alike.
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