WaterAid Nigeria

WaterAid Nigeria

The EmpowerHer Project; changing the narrative.
The EmpowerHer Project; changing the narrative.
In Nigeria, far too many women and girls face barriers that deny them dignity, health, and opportunity. In Bauchi State alone, over 70% of schools lack basic WASH facilities and more than 90% of he...
WaterAid's International Programmes Directorate Team visits Nigeria
WaterAid's International Programmes Directorate Team visits Nigeria
WaterAid's Executive Director, International Programme, Amaka Godfrey, and her team are visiting Nigeria to discuss how the country programme will continue to sustain the recent milestones recorded...
'I am left out in toilet designs'- Asmau
'I am left out in toilet designs'- Asmau
As a person with disability, Asmau describes how it feels to access toilets in public places. She highlights the importance of an inclusive toilet that allows for independent use by people with di...
Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld | Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024
Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld | Menstrual Hygiene Day 2024
Our team has come together to advocate for a world where menstrual hygiene is accessible and affordable for everyone. In this video, we share our personal commitments and hopes for improving menstr...
Impact Accelerator Project Video
Impact Accelerator Project Video
Access to safe and comfortable public toilets in motor parks that women, girls, and persons with disabilities can use with dignity and without concerns is a necessity. WaterAid Nigeria with fundin...
Private Sector Roundtable Meeting
Private Sector Roundtable Meeting
In November, we held a Private Sector Roundtable event in collaboration with the Resilient Water Accelerator to discuss water challenges in Lagos State. It provided a platform for participants to ...
WaterAid, HEINEKEN Africa Foundation transform lives in Bauchi State
WaterAid, HEINEKEN Africa Foundation transform lives in Bauchi State
Our partnership with the HEINEKEN Africa Foundation in the last three years focused on increasing access to clean water and improved hygiene . In the third phase of the project, 10 new handwashing...
Recap: WaterAid Country Programme Strategy Launch in May 2023
Recap: WaterAid Country Programme Strategy Launch in May 2023
Enjoy this recap video from the launch of WaterAid Nigeria's 5-year Country Programme Strategy on 23 May 2023. It was a colourful event that brought together key stakeholders in the water, sanitati...
WaterAid Nigeria- The journey to our Country Programme Strategy for 2023-2028
WaterAid Nigeria-  The journey to our Country Programme Strategy for 2023-2028
In May 2023, WaterAid Nigeria unveiled a 5-year Country Programme Strategy to accelerate access to sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene in Nigeria. In the past 27 years, WaterAid has ...
Menstrual hygiene training for school children in Lagos State.
Menstrual hygiene training for school children in Lagos State.
No one – wherever they work, go to school or live – should be held back because of period- a natural process 🩸 Menstruation is a normal part of life and #WeAreCommitted to promoting menstrual heal..
Menstrual health is critical for gender equality
Menstrual health is critical for gender equality
Menstruation is a normal part of life and #WeAreCommitted to promoting menstrual health and hygiene for every girl and woman. We also believe boys and men have a role to play in making women feel v...
First Line of Defence – State of WASH in Abuja Primary Healthcare Centres
First Line of Defence – State of WASH in Abuja Primary Healthcare Centres
In Nigeria, 94% of healthcare facilities do not have access to basic water, sanitation, and hygiene services. WaterAid Nigeria recently launched a documentary on the state of WASH in primary health...
WaterAid Strategy Pidgin
WaterAid Strategy Pidgin
A global promise was made for everyone, everywhere to have sustainable #CleanWater 💧, decent toilets 🚽 and good hygiene 🙌 by the end of this decade. However, progress is slow and in 2023, still to
HBCC Covid 19 Vaccine
HBCC Covid 19 Vaccine
COVID-19 still exist! It is important that everyone is fully vaccinated as this can curb the rate of new infections and decrease the number of deaths due to the virus. Visit a health centre close ...
COVID-19 vaccine is safe
COVID-19 vaccine is safe
COVID-19 vaccine is a safe way to build protection against the virus. Visit the nearest healthcare centre to get vaccinated. It is free! #HBCC2 #cleanfamily
WASH in Lagos Healthcare: A Pre-Intervention Story
WASH in Lagos Healthcare: A Pre-Intervention Story
WaterAid Nigeria set out to integrate water, sanitation and Hygiene in primary healthcare centres in Lagos State. Watch the state of affairs before our intervention.