… Leads Officials on Adiyan Water Works Assessment Tour
by Babajide Fadoju
The Lagos State Government is set to significantly boost its water supply, aiming to generate a combined capacity of at least 100 million gallons of pipe-borne water daily from its major waterworks. This ambitious target was unveiled on Tuesday during an official visit by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, to the Adiyan Water Works I and II.
Wahab, accompanied by top state officials, conducted an extensive tour of the facilities, receiving detailed briefings from consultants and the management of the Lagos State Water Corporation. Speaking with journalists after the tour, Wahab expressed the administration’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that pipe-borne water reaches every corner of Lagos.
“This water project is a major initiative that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is determined to solve for the state,” Wahab said. “To achieve this, we have to focus on the Adiyan Water Works I & II, as they are crucial for meeting our water supply goals. Adiyan I is built to supply 70 million gallons per day, and Adiyan II will add another 11 million gallons per day. With additional contributions from Iju and Ishashi Water Works, we are looking at a total of about 100 million gallons of water daily.”
The Commissioner highlighted the ongoing laying of an 8.1km water pipe network as a key component of the project. These 1600mm diameter ductile iron pipes are being laid to ensure efficient water distribution to various communities across Lagos.
“The laying of these pipes is a massive undertaking, and we are closely monitoring the progress,” Wahab added. “This project is set to be completed by the last quarter of 2027, and it will be a game-changer for the state’s water supply.”
During the tour, Wahab expressed his satisfaction with the level of work done so far and emphasized the government’s resolve to address the water needs of Lagos residents. “It is heartwarming to know that soon, 100 million gallons of water will be supplied daily from our major waterworks. This means that a majority of homes in Lagos will have access to pipe-borne water, which is a key target of this administration,” he said.
The Project Manager for Salini Nigeria Limited, Mr. Cifola Daniele, provided insights into the scope of the project. He stated that the construction of the 320,000 cubic meters per day water treatment plant at Adiyan II would adhere to World Health Organization (WHO) standards. “This project is expected to run for a period of 36 months and will significantly alleviate the scarcity of pipe-borne water in Lagos,” Daniele assured.
The Managing Director of the Lagos Water Corporation, Engineer Muktar Tijani, commended the Commissioner and the state government for their proactive approach and interest in the corporation’s affairs. He noted that all concerns raised during the tour were adequately addressed, ensuring smooth project execution.
The tour was attended by several top officials, including the Special Adviser on Environment, Olakunle Rotimi-Akodu; Permanent Secretaries Dr. Gaji Omobolaji (Office of Environmental Services) and Engr. Mahamood Adegbite (Office of Drainage Services); GM LASWAMO, Engr. Femi Afolabi; and Executive Director of Operations, Lagos Water Corporation, Engr. Lanke Taiwo.
In conclusion, Wahab reiterated the Lagos State Government’s dedication to creating a water-safe city. “This sector remains a focus of our investment and development efforts. We are committed to achieving a city where every resident has access to clean, safe water,” he affirmed.