FG, Niger Basin Authority push for faster water projects

The Federal Government and the Niger Basin Authority have called for accelerated implementation of regional development projects in the Niger Basin, warning that sustainable financing, climate change adaptation, and effective management of shared water resources are crucial for improving the livelihoods of over 200 million people across the basin.

During a series of regional meetings held in Abuja from September 28 to October 9, 2026, NBA officials urged member countries to fast-track ongoing projects, complete multipurpose water infrastructure, and strengthen institutional governance to ensure that investments yield lasting benefits. NBA Executive Secretary Kocou Houanye emphasized the importance of hydrodiplomacy, climate change adaptation, youth and women's participation, and the development of transboundary water infrastructure for sustainable development and regional stability, noting that more than 80% of jobs in the region are connected to water resources.

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