Vol. 1 No. 7 (2026), Articles
Vol. 1 No. 7 (2026)

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Water Scheme Development in Akwa Ibom State

Articles
Published 2026-09-10
ThankGod Sabbath Etim
Department of Public Administration, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Nigeria
Enefiok Ibok
Department of Public Administration, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Nigeria
Imoh-Imoh Ita
Department of Public Administration, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Nigeria
Unwana-Abasi S. Udoh
Department of Public Administration, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio Akpa Campus, Nigeria
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Keywords

Niger Delta Development Commission
Water Scheme Development
Solar-Powered Portable Water

Article Number

033

Abstract

Even with the NDDC scholarship program in place, many people in Akwa Ibom State are still struggling to access clean, safe water. It turns out that the water supply just isn’t keeping up with the demand in rural areas, where boreholes are few and far between. In fact, many communities are facing serious water shortages, forcing the most vulnerable residents to rely on community streams for their water during the dry season. Unfortunately, drinking untreated water in this day and age has led to significant health issues, with many suffering from waterborne diseases and typhoid. This study aimed to explore how the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has contributed to providing solar-powered portable water in Akwa Ibom State. We used development theory as our theoretical framework and opted for a survey design. The study focused on a population of 7,019,115, which is the projected number of residents in Akwa Ibom State, and we sampled 384 individuals using a simple random sampling technique. The data we gathered from both primary and secondary sources were analyzed with simple regression analysis using the SPSS statistical tool. The findings showed that the NDDC has not made a significant impact on the availability of solar-powered portable water in the state. As a result, we recommend that the management of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) increase investments in potable water solutions like boreholes, water treatment, and distribution systems especially in underserved local government areas. Additionally, they should focus on sustainability by establishing and training local water-user committees, providing funding for maintenance, and integrating water initiatives into WASH and primary healthcare objectives in Akwa Ibom State
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