The Digest:
Lagos State official, Mahmood Adegbite, has raised alarms about the safety of borehole water in Lekki, claiming that untreated wastewater is contaminating the area’s groundwater. He warned that many residents may unknowingly be drinking unsafe water.
Key Points:
- Mahmood Adegbite warns that borehole water in Lekki may be contaminated with untreated wastewater.
- He described the water as potentially being “sh*t water” due to its high contamination risk.
- The environmental challenges are worsened by heavy rainfall and inadequate wastewater management.
- Adegbite acknowledges that ongoing drainage infrastructure investments are insufficient and more action is needed.
- Lagos plans to improve wastewater treatment in Lekki to eliminate health risks tied to poor waste management.
- The situation underscores the urgency of proper water treatment to protect residents from waterborne diseases.
With contaminated borehole water a growing concern in Lekki, the Lagos State government plans to address the issues of wastewater treatment to ensure safer drinking water and protect residents from health risks.
Sources: Vanguard
