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NIGERIA — For years, the people of the Gbegbasna community struggled without clean water in Nigeria. Families were forced to walk a half mile to the nearest stream to collect water that was filled with bacteria and unsafe to drink. During the dry season, the stream often dried up completely, leaving the community with no reliable source of water at all. Without access to safe drinking water, daily life became a constant challenge for children, parents, and elders alike.
Water Scarcity and Unsafe Drinking Water in Rural Nigeria
The only water source available to the community was frequently contaminated. Animals drank directly from the stream, polluting the water and causing illness among adults and children.
“The stream we fetch our water from is always contaminated because animals drink from it, leaving us and our children sick.” — Godiya
This lack of clean drinking water in Nigeria affected every part of life—from health and hygiene to dignity and daily routines.
Clean Water Solutions Bring Hope to the Gbegbasna Community
That’s when friends like you stepped in.
Through the installation of three new water wells, Operation Blessing helped provide clean water in Nigeria to the Gbegbasna community—bringing safe, reliable drinking water directly to their doorsteps. These wells now serve 980 people, eliminating the need to walk long distances and removing the fear of waterborne illness.
“We were having a serious water scarcity challenge. … Now we can get safe drinking water at our doorsteps.” — Joy
How Access to Clean Drinking Water Changes Lives
With clean water available every day, families no longer worry about where their next bucket of water will come from—or whether it will make them sick. Children can bathe regularly. Parents can focus on caring for their families. The entire community has regained a sense of stability and health.
“Sometimes we go days without water to take our bath. … Thank God for using Operation Blessing to come to our aid. We are immensely grateful.” — Ashabwa
A Village Transformed by Clean Water in Nigeria
Today, access to clean water in Nigeria has transformed life in the Gbegbasna community. What was once a daily struggle is now a source of joy, gratitude, and renewed hope.
Just look at the smiles on their faces—this is the life-changing impact of clean water.