Ms Emere said that strategic WASH initiatives were pivotal to improving women’s lives.
“The signs of climate change are becoming more distinct, and the time for climate action is now,” said Mr Utsev.
Mrs Obayemi described as worrisome open defecation in the state.
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Mr Ayodele noted that lack of access to adequate sanitation, clean drinking water, and poor hygiene increased the rapid spread of diseases.
The strategy was unveiled at an event commemorating 2023 World Toilet Day under the theme ‘Accelerating Change’ on Tuesday in Abuja.
Mr Utsev said the roadmap was an opportunity to change the poor narrative of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) indices in the country.
Mr Utsev noted that investment in hygiene infrastructure and products must be accelerated in schools, homes, healthcare facilities, and public places.
“The worst hit local government areas are Alkaleri, Bauchi, Tafawa Balewa, Ganjuwa, Dass, Kirfi, Toro, and parts of Kanam in plateau.”
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) says 78 million children in Nigeria are at risk of three water-related threats.
The UN has launched a $1.3 billion appeal to help six million people severely affected by conflict, disease, and disaster in the North-East.
