Nigerian Integrated Water Resources Commission

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The Nigerian Integrated Water Resources Commission (NIWRC) is the agency established to regulate water resources in Nigeria. [1] [2]

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History

Since 2020, there have been several controversies against the passing of the National Water Resources Bill. [3] Most of the rejection around the bill was based on its requirement for individuals to obtain license before they can access drill water which the populace believed should be free. [4] Part of the bill states that:

This Bill seeks to establish a Regulatory framework for Trans Boundary Water Resources in Nigeria, provide for the equitable and sustainable development, management, use and conservation of Nigeria’s Inter-State surface Water and Groundwater Resources.

National Water Resources Bill, [5]

Functions

The functions of NIWRC includes but are not limited to the following: [6]

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