The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has begun investigations
into reports of alleged contamination of the water supply in some halls of
residence, following concerns raised by students.
Reports indicate that there was anxiety on campus on
Wednesday after some students in a female hostel complained of vomiting,
stooling and other health issues, alleging that the water supplied to some
hostels had been contaminated.
In a statement, Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, spokesperson for the
university, said the attention of the management had been drawn to the reports,
noting that “the matter is being treated with utmost urgency and seriousness.”
The university’s spokesperson said relevant departments have
commenced a thorough assessment of the water supply system, including necessary
water quality tests, to determine the accuracy of the reports and identify any
potential risks.
She added that immediate interventions have been put in
place to ensure the welfare, health and safety of all students are adequately
protected.
Alaga-Ibraheem urged members of the campus community to
refrain from spreading unverified information that may cause unnecessary panic.
She added that official updates and directives on the
situation would be communicated through approved channels once the assessment
is concluded.
The university’s spokesperson also reaffirmed the
management’s commitment to maintaining a safe and conducive environment for
learning, noting that all necessary actions required to address any issues
identified would be taken.
Meanwhile, the university’s Students’ Union Government (SUG)
also said it had been monitoring developments and engaging relevant authorities
on the development.
Akinpelu Bolaji, president of the union, said in a statement
that “investigations are still ongoing, and no definitive link has been
established between the reported health cases and the university’s hostel water
supply.”
Bolaji said medical officials at the university’s healthcare
centre had not medically linked the reported cases to the water system, adding
that some of the affected students reside off campus.
He, however, noted that inspections carried out after
reports of discoloured water in one hostel block traced the issue to a borehole
serving that facility.
Following the discovery, the union president said the
university suspended water supply from the affected source and provided
alternative arrangements for residents.
He added that water samples had been collected from hostels
for laboratory analysis, with results expected within 48 hours.
The president urged students to remain calm and avoid
speculation pending the outcome of the tests.
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