Lagos Water Crisis Raises Health Concerns as Borehole Crackdown Faces Backlash

Lagos residents facing unreliable water supply are turning to vendors and other sources, raising concerns about household costs and health risks. A public health physician warned that contaminated water can spread illnesses such as cholera, typhoid and diarrhoea, while poor access to water can make hygiene and sanitation difficult. Water from vendors may also be contaminated by unclean or uncovered containers.

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