Lagos Signs Landmark Deal to Expand Access to Clean Water

The Lagos State Government has formalized a major agreement with an international consortium, comprising Belstar Capital and ENKA, to overhaul and expand the state’s water supply infrastructure through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)…..READ MORE

Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the development on Monday, emphasizing that the initiative is aimed at solving the state’s longstanding water infrastructure issues.

Wahab explained that the project will involve the construction, rehabilitation, and installation of water treatment facilities and distribution networks, with the goal of ensuring a dependable and sustainable water supply for underserved communities.

He noted that the initiative will also feature the establishment of new waterworks to address distribution challenges and assured that the project would strictly adhere to all regulatory, social, and safety standards for sustainable execution.

The project is divided into two key phases: the “Brown Field” phase, focusing on the refurbishment of existing waterworks, and the “Green Field” phase, dedicated to building entirely new facilities across Lagos.

Mukhtaar Tijani, Managing Director of the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), stressed that the corporation would collaborate closely with the consortium, offering technical support, development expertise, and stakeholder engagement to guarantee the success of the project.

Tijani added that the improved infrastructure will not only provide potable water to previously unserved areas but also play a significant role in reducing water-borne diseases across the state.

Tewodros Polk, Group Managing Director of Belstar Capital, reaffirmed the consortium’s commitment, highlighting that the team would leverage technical expertise to ensure high productivity and reliable service delivery.

Polk further disclosed that local subcontractors would be actively involved in the project to enhance local capacity and foster sustainable development. The project will be implemented under the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Finance (EPCF) model, backed by insurance coverage from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation.