Delta State Collaborates with World Bank and SURWASH to Ensure Sustainable Access to Clean Water | Cliptv Online

Delegation on a Fact-finding Mission Explores Partnership Opportunities

By Abraham Adaranijo

In a significant move toward ensuring sustainable access to clean water, the Delta State government is forging partnerships with donor agencies. A delegation from the World Bank and the Federal Programme Implementation Unit of the Sustainable Urban and Rural Water Supply Sanitation and Hygiene Programme (SURWASH) recently concluded a five-day fact-finding mission in the state.

Dr. Tosan Wilkie, the State Commissioner for Water Resources Development, expressed the government’s commitment to collaborating with donor agencies to enhance access to clean water across the state.

Ms. Judith Warmate, the Team Leader and a senior Water Supply and Sanitation Specialist at the World Bank, emphasized that the purpose of the visit was not to find fault but to engage in honest conversations with participating states. The goal is for these states to leverage the visit for learning and improvement in their water supply initiatives.

During the interactive session, Mr. Abudulhamid Guaram, National Programme Coordinator at SURWASH, highlighted that the visit aimed to assess the progress made by states, identify challenges, and strategize on overcoming them. The overarching objective is to ensure that residents have consistent access to clean and potable water.

As part of the fact-finding mission, participants from Delta, Ekiti, Imo, and Abuja visited SURWASH sub-project sites, including water schemes and sanitation facilities. Notable locations included Ogbe-Ogume Grammar School, Olie Primary School, and the community market in Ogbe-Ogume in Ndokwa West LGA.

This collaborative effort signifies a significant step toward advancing water infrastructure and sanitation facilities, marking a crucial stride in Delta State’s commitment to the well-being of its residents.