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Lagos Water Corporation modernization and community response

Overview

The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has transitioned from community engagement efforts to a broader infrastructure modernization and rehabilitation drive. Initially, the corporation launched the ‘Water Ambassadors Initiative’ to improve water awareness, conservation, and hygiene through a network of community links.

As the corporation expanded its efforts to revive dormant waterworks and modernize distribution networks, it received international recognition from the International Water Association for its focus on climate adaptation. However, these modernization efforts have met local resistance, specifically regarding the implementation of prepaid water meters. Residents and advocacy groups, such as Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), have opposed the metering system, citing unreliable supply and the financial burden it places on communities.

Entities

Lagos Water Corporation · Mukhtaar Tijani · Lagos State · Lagos State Government · Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa

Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Lagos Water Corporation faces modernization push and local opposition

    Lagos Water Corporation is modernizing its infrastructure and receiving international climate recognition, while facing local backlash over new prepaid water metering systems.

  2. [HEALTH] 2 sources
    Lagos Water Corporation launches Water Ambassadors Initiative

    The Lagos Water Corporation has launched the Water Ambassadors Initiative to promote water conservation, hygiene, and sustainable management through a community-based network of influential residents.

Sources

environewsnigeria.com · punchng.com · realnewsmagazine.net · thenicheng.com · thisdaylive.com