Korede Abdullah in Lagos
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that the second phase of the Adiyan Water Works will provide 70 million gallons of water daily to residents once completed.
During an inspection of the water works in Ogun, Sanwo-Olu revealed that the project has reached 80% completion, with the contractor assuring that the project will be fully transformed within the next 10 to 12 months.
“I think the main achievement for us is what we have seen at Adiyan. Adiyan II is designed to produce 70 million gallons per day, and from today’s inspection, we can see that it is about 80% completed,” Sanwo-Olu said.
He commended the contractor and local community for their cooperation, noting that compensation has already been paid by both the Lagos and Ogun state governments.
The governor emphasized that providing potable drinking water is a fundamental government responsibility, especially in a megacity like Lagos.
“Water is a critical resource that the government must provide, and we are pleased that Adiyan II will fulfil this responsibility,” he said.
The governor also noted that efforts will be made to lay pipes across the Lagos Lagoon to supply water to the island, including Ikoyi and Lekki.
