Based on empirical study, every Naira invested in the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) sector results in economic benefits ranging from N1,080 to N12,240 ($3 to $34). The gains come through savings in healthcare costs, increased productivity, and entrepreneurial opportunities for the sanitation market.
Nigeria loses about 1.3% (₦455 billion) of GDP annually due to poor sanitation as a result of illness, low productivity, loss of learning opportunities etc
More than 100,000 children under 5 years of age die each year due to diarrhoea; of which 90% is directly attributable to unsafe water and sanitation. Nigeria is the second country with the highest child deaths due to diarrhoea.
Frequent episodes of WASH-related diseases cause absence from school or work, as affected people take time off to heal, and some to take care of a sick relative.
1 in 4 children under five years of age exhibit severe stunting, while 1 in 1O are wasted, due to frequent episodes of diarrhoea and other Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) related illnesses.
Reduced school enrolment and attendance due to time lost in search for water and frequent episodes of WASH-related illnesses.
Open defecation results in loss of dignity, increased risks of insecurity and violence against women and children.
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