Amid escalating water scarcity in Kano and surrounding areas, the state government clarifies that the issue is not intentional and assures citizens of proactive measures to address it.
The Kano State Water Board, through a public announcement, asserts its awareness of the crisis and pledges imminent resolution. Attributing the scarcity to ongoing repairs at water treatment plants in Challawa and Tamburawa, the board urges residents to be patient, indicating the repairs are nearing completion.
Apologizing for the inconvenience caused by the scarcity, the board emphasizes the non-deliberate nature of the situation.
Meanwhile, Kano Times reports widespread shortages, with residents resorting to long queues and inflated prices at tap and borehole points. Water vendors capitalize on the demand surge, hiking prices from N50 to N150 per jerry can.
Expressing frustration, some residents note the unfortunate timing of the scarcity, coinciding with the fasting period for Muslims, exacerbating the challenge of access to water.
