2.5m residents in Abuja to benefit from water supply project

According to China, the ongoing Water Supply Project in the Federal Capital Territory will benefit 2.5 million residents.

The Greater Abuja Water Supply Project, which began construction in May 2021 by the Water Supply Division of CGC Nigeria Limited, is managed by the Federal Capital Development Authority and co-financed by the Export-Import Bank of China.

This information can be found in a document that the Chinese Embassy in Nigeria sent to our correspondent on Thursday.

The project aims to build four pipeline loops, increasing the city’s water supply capacity by 480,000 m3/d.

The document read, “Upon completion, it will alleviate water scarcity in 50 districts, benefiting an estimated 2.5 million residents.

“This project is more than just a water supply initiative. It is a comprehensive plan to enhance the quality of life in the Federal Capital Territory by providing safe, reliable, and ample water to its inhabitants.

“The project’s social benefits is targeted at improving standard of living, create job opportunities, boosts international competitiveness, promote sustainable development.”