The United Nations recognizes water and sanitation as a human right, defining it as the right to sufficient, safe, acceptable, physically accessible, and affordable water for personal and domestic use.
It is estimated that by 2025, two-thirds of the global population could face water shortages. This includes regions like sub-Saharan Africa, hence ensuring people have access to clean water close to their homes cannot be overemphasized.
On #DataChat, Dr. Ismaila Adetunji Jimoh, Executive Director, Water Initiatives Nigeria (WIN) and Engr. Victor Ojinta, Project Management Professional speaks on challenges associated to water access and emphasizing the importance of water governance.