The Federal Government, in its sustained effort to fulfill its mandate in the water sector, particularly in addressing numerous water supply challenges, has continued to scale up its commitment to providing potable water to all Nigerians. This commitment was clearly demonstrated today, Tuesday, 6th May 2025, as the Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of...
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FG Hosts 6th African Regional Conference on Irrigation and Drainage
Urges Shift in Water Management to Tackle Food Security The President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, CON, officially declared open the 6th African Regional Conference of the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (ARCID) today...
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FG, National Mosque Partner on Ending Open Defecation in Nigeria
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, has made a passionate appeal to the leaders of the Abuja National Mosque and other mosques nationwide to support its unwavering commitment and efforts to end open defecation in Nigeria by 2030. The government emphasized that eliminating open defecation will significantly reduce the...
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FG FLAGS OFF THE RECONSTRUCTION AND UPGRADE OF ALAU DAM, BORNO STATE
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, today officially flagged off the Reconstruction and Upgrade of the Alau Dam in Maiduguri, Borno State. The landmark project underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing water resource infrastructure, ensuring flood control, and fostering economic growth in the region. Performing the ceremony at the...
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FG LAUNCHES THE MAIDEN EDITION OF THE NATIONAL WATER QUALITY CONFERENCE IN ABUJA
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, in collaboration with Water Sector Partners, today inaugurated the maiden edition of the National Water Quality Conference in Abuja, underscoring the vital role of safe water in public health, environmental sustainability, and national development. In his keynote address, the Honourable Minister of Water...
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Open Defacation: FG, State Governments, and Development Partners Forge Strong Collaboration Towards Ending the Menace in Nigeria.
The Federal and State Governments, in collaboration with Development Partners, have reaffirmed their commitment to expedite action towards ending open defecation thereby accelerating Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services in the Country. Speaking at the 3rd National Retreat on ‘Clean Nigeria: Use the Toilet Campaign’ to accelerate and track progress to end open defecation and...
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FG Fully Commited to Water and Food Security, Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev reassures Nigerians.
The Honourable Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Engr. Prof. Joseph Terlumun Utsev, FNSE, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring water and food security in Nigeria, with a strong focus on climate resilience and sustainable water management. Speaking at the 31st Regular Meeting of the National Council on Water Resources and Sanitation (NCWRS)...
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FG, UNESCO INAUGURATE CHAIR IN INTEGRATED FLOOD MANAGEMENT AND WATER RESOURCES
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, in collaboration with UNESCO, has inaugurated the Chair in Integrated Flood Management and Water Resources to enhance water resource management, food security, and sustainable livelihoods across the country. The UNESCO Chair in Integrated Flood Management and Water Resources domiciled at the...
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FG to Develop Water Resources to Enhance Food Security and Alleviate Poverty
The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, has launched a two-day Stakeholders’ Sensitization Workshop on the National Action Plan for Harnessing Water Resources for Food Security and Poverty Alleviation in Nigeria. The workshop which commenced on Thursday 20 November in Nasarawa State, is focused on developing a comprehensive framework for...
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WATER MINISTRY PARTNERS SON ON ENHANCEMENT OF IRRIGATION WATER QUALITY
The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation is collaborating with the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to enhance the quality of irrigation water in the country. This was disclosed during the meeting of the Technical Committee on Water Quality, focusing on developing the Nigerian Standard for Irrigation Water Quality held in collaboration with the...