Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)
Water Quality Monitoring and Treatment Technologies for Safe Drinking Water in Lagos Metro, Nigeria, 2007
Nnenna Okoli, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Bayero University Kano
Adeyemi Adekunwa, University of Jos
Obi Nwachukwu, University of Jos
Chinedu Ezeanolue, Department of Advanced Studies, Bayero University Kano
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18847867
Published: January 22, 2007
Abstract
Water quality in Lagos Metro is a significant public health concern, with inadequate monitoring leading to unsafe drinking water. Field sampling was conducted at multiple locations across the metro area, using advanced analytical techniques including $H_2O_2$ degradation of contaminants as a key method. A significant proportion (75%) of sampled water bodies exceeded safe drinking water standards for total dissolved solids and turbidity. Current monitoring practices are insufficient to ensure safe drinking water, necessitating enhanced treatment technologies. Invest in advanced water treatment facilities and promote public education on water safety measures.
How to Cite
Nnenna Okoli, Adeyemi Adekunwa, Obi Nwachukwu, Chinedu Ezeanolue (2007). Water Quality Monitoring and Treatment Technologies for Safe Drinking Water in Lagos Metro, Nigeria, 2007. African Nanochemistry (Environmental/Earth Science focus), Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18847867
Keywords
African GeographyWater Quality MonitoringTreatment TechnologiesSafe Drinking WaterEpidemiologyPublic HealthMicrobiological Analysis