Lagos Water Corporation Receives Climate Recognition in 2026

The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), under the leadership of Managing Director Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani, has initiated a rehabilitation drive aimed at reviving waterworks, attracting investment, improving efficiency, and enhancing climate resilience. Recently, LWC received international recognition in Glasgow as part of the 2026 International Water Association (IWA) Climate Smart Utilities Recognition Programme, making it the second Nigerian utility to achieve this honor, following Kaduna in 2022, and the first in southern Nigeria.

This recognition underscores LWC's commitment to climate adaptation and operational improvements despite historical challenges. Since Tijani's appointment in July 2023, the Corporation has made significant strides in restoring production capacity and modernizing infrastructure.

Currently, only two of its four major treatment plants are functional, producing 15 million gallons of water daily. Recent interventions include replacing critical pumping equipment at Iju Waterworks, with new installations expected to enhance operational reliability.

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu supports these initiatives to advance investment in water infrastructure.