ASSESSMENT OF WATER SUPPLYAND SANITATION FACILITIES IN EKOSODIN COMMUNITY OF OVIA – NORTH EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BENIN CITY, EDO STATE, NIGERIA
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The aim of this study is to assess water supply and sanitation facilities in Ekosodin community, Ovia north East Local Government Area, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was adopted for the study. Data were generated through the use of a semi-structured questionnaire from three hundred and ninety-seven (397) respondent using a simple random sampling technique. An observational checklist was used in conducting an assessment of the availability, functionality and use of WASH facilities. Data generated were synthesized, entered and analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, Version 26.0)and the outcomes were presented in tables. Cronbach Alpha was used to determine the reliability
index of the questionnaire. A reliability index of 0.716 was obtained indicating that the questionnaire is good. The result obtained from the survey showed that 374 (94.2%) households have access to improved water supply and borehole was the main source of water supply for households. Type of toilet facilities use in households were mainly; water closet 245(61.7%) pit latrine 88 (22.2%) and swat flush 53 (13.4%). Method of solid waste disposal were mainly; open dumpsite 224 (56.4%), burning 150 (37.8%) and throwing into the bush 150 (37.8%). Most respondents practice handwashing at every other time 94(23.7%), 82 (20.7%) after using the toilet, 79(19.9%) practice hand washing before cooking. It was also observed that 243 (57.8%) houses had no drainage system, 237 (56.4%) have no waste storage facility, and 312 (74.28%) have refuse dumpsite and 354(84.3%)
did now not have odour of excreta in the surrounding. Results also shows that household have access to proper handwashing practices but lack when to practice at critical time. Hence, Ekosodin community has poor access to adequate WASH facilities. It is recommended that rural communities should synergize with authorities at all degrees to make certain adequate provision of WASH amenities and a proper awareness in their communities.
index of the questionnaire. A reliability index of 0.716 was obtained indicating that the questionnaire is good. The result obtained from the survey showed that 374 (94.2%) households have access to improved water supply and borehole was the main source of water supply for households. Type of toilet facilities use in households were mainly; water closet 245(61.7%) pit latrine 88 (22.2%) and swat flush 53 (13.4%). Method of solid waste disposal were mainly; open dumpsite 224 (56.4%), burning 150 (37.8%) and throwing into the bush 150 (37.8%). Most respondents practice handwashing at every other time 94(23.7%), 82 (20.7%) after using the toilet, 79(19.9%) practice hand washing before cooking. It was also observed that 243 (57.8%) houses had no drainage system, 237 (56.4%) have no waste storage facility, and 312 (74.28%) have refuse dumpsite and 354(84.3%)
did now not have odour of excreta in the surrounding. Results also shows that household have access to proper handwashing practices but lack when to practice at critical time. Hence, Ekosodin community has poor access to adequate WASH facilities. It is recommended that rural communities should synergize with authorities at all degrees to make certain adequate provision of WASH amenities and a proper awareness in their communities.
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