85% of tested water sources in Nigeria exceed safety limit — Study
A new study reveals 85% of tested water sources in Nigeria have arsenic levels above the WHO safety limit, raising public health concerns. Read More: https://punchng.com/85-of-tested-water-sources-in-nigeria-exceed-safety-limit-study/
A recent study has revealed that nearly 85 percent of water sources tested in Nigeria exceed the World Health Organisation’s safety limit for arsenic contamination. Published on September 21, 2026 in the Journal of Applied Sciences and Environmental Management, the research also highlighted significant gaps in water quality monitoring across the country.
Co-author Dr Babajide Milton Macaulay called for urgent action to address potential health implications of arsenic exposure, stating that even low concentrations can result in significant health concerns.
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