POTABLE WATER SUPPLY: LAGOS TO CONCESSION 7 MINI, MICRO WATERWORKS
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By Sunmisola Shodayo
The Lagos State Government has announced intentions to concession seven mini and micro waterworks to private entities as part of its initiative to enhance potable water supply in accordance with its 2025–2030 Strategic Business Plan.
The pilot program will encompass waterworks located in Lekki, Akilo, Victoria Island Annex, Magodo, Abesan, Alexander, and Apapa.
As per the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), the project will be undertaken through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at rehabilitating, upgrading, and managing the facilities by financially capable investors.
The Managing Director of LWC, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani, revealed the initiative during a stakeholder engagement, emphasizing that only six of the state’s 48 mini and micro waterworks are currently operational—a situation that highlights the necessity for reform.
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“This initiative will bring in private sector financing, expertise, and innovation to revive Lagos’ water supply system, which has suffered years of underinvestment,” Tijani articulated.
The LWC emphasized that the program does not constitute privatization, as ownership of the assets will remain with the state government. Instead, private operators will oversee rehabilitation and management to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Tijani assured that the bidding process will rigorously adhere to the Lagos State Public Procurement Law of 2012 to guarantee transparency and accountability.
He additionally provided assurances regarding job security for LWC personnel, encouraging them to embrace opportunities for capacity building and enhanced productivity.
“If the pilot scheme succeeds, more waterworks will be rehabilitated in phases, with the goal of expanding access to potable water for millions of Lagos residents,” Tijani stated.
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