ONDO STATE WATER CORPORATION SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR AN IMPROVED POTABLE WATER SUPPLY.

ONDO STATE WATER CORPORATION SIGNS AGREEMENT FOR AN IMPROVED POTABLE WATER SUPPLY.

In a bid to tackle the challenge of water scarcity in Akure and its environs, the Ondo State Water Corporation and CGC Nigeria Limited have formalised an agreement to rehabilitate the Owena Water Treatment Plant and other key water infrastructure.

The project, which aligns with the government’s commitment to public health and development, is designed to ensure a safe and accessible water supply for residents.

Speaking at the signing of agreement ceremony, the Commissioner for Water Resources, Public Sanitation, and Hygiene, Hon. Ayodele Akande, explained that the project will cover the rehabilitation of the Owena Water Dam and the construction of new treatment facilities, describing the effort as long overdue.

Also speaking, the Administrative Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Victoria Adetoye eulogized the commitment of Governor Ayedatiwa's lead administration in the water sector. She appealed to the contractor to do the needful, and ensure a timely completion of the project.

The corporation's General Manager, Engr. Remijius Ogunjobi, noted that the project would cover the complete rehabilitation of the treatment plant and the transmission line, linking the plant to the reservoir.

The Project Coordinator, Engr. Oluwasomi Omoge, expressed optimism about the project finally taking off, stressing its goal of delivering clean and portable water to Akure residents.

A representative of CGC Nigeria Limited, Mr. Chajiwu, thanked the government for the trust reposed in the company and pledged timely and high-quality execution of the project.

Olukoju Clement 

Communication Officer (PIU) ODWC.