The Lagos State Government has commenced the installation of an 8.1-kilometer pipeline to transport raw water to the 320,000m³/day Adiyan Water Treatment Plant, a major step towards improving access to clean water for millions of residents.
Lagos Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, confirmed the development in a post on X, stating that the project involves laying 1600mm Diameter Ductile Iron (DI) pipes within the Adiyan premises. Once completed, these pipes will channel raw water into the treatment facility, ensuring it meets World Health Organization (WHO) standards before distribution to homes, schools, and businesses.
“This massive pipeline project will ensure that every drop of water processed at the Adiyan plant is clean, safe, and in line with WHO standards,” Wahab stated.
Sanwo-Olu’s Commitment to Water Infrastructure
The initiative aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to strengthening water infrastructure in Lagos. The Adiyan Water Works, consisting of Phases I and II, plays a crucial role in addressing the state’s rising demand for potable water.
The government had previously set a target to provide pipe-borne water to most Lagos households by 2027. The Adiyan Phase 2 project alone is expected to produce 70 million gallons of water daily, complementing Adiyan Phase 1 (11 million gallons) and Iju Water Works (4–5 million gallons), bringing the total supply to 100 million gallons per day.
Past and Ongoing Efforts to Improve Water Access
In a bid to further enhance Lagos’ water infrastructure, the state secured a five-year grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) under the Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (LUWASH) program. The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) spearheaded the first phase of the initiative, which focused on rehabilitating five mini waterworks in Badore, Lekki, Victoria Island, Victoria Island Annexe, and Ajegunle.
The second phase aimed to expand rehabilitation to more locations, including Oshodi Waterworks. However, the suspension of USAID funding under former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration created uncertainties around the full implementation of these plans.
Despite these challenges, the Lagos State Government remains committed to enhancing water supply and sanitation services, with projects like the Adiyan pipeline installation marking significant progress in this mission.
