2026 Reports

Wastewater Treatment in Abuja

Wapwera, Samuel Danjuma

Rapid urbanization in Abuja has outpaced the capacity of its centralized wastewater treatment systems, leading to low coverage and environmental health risks. The city faces challenges including insufficient infrastructure, limited skilled personnel, and inadequate policy frameworks, which are compounded by climate change impacts. Implementing sustainable technologies, circular economy principles, and targeted policy interventions is essential to improve wastewater management, enhance resilience, and support urban development in Abuja.