UNILAG confirms water contamination in female hostel

The University of Lagos has confirmed contamination in water samples from its Moremi Hall female hostel, following student complaints of vomiting and diarrhea. The university is now advising all students and staff to boil water before drinking or cooking.

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Preliminary laboratory results confirm contamination in water samples obtained from Moremi Hall. Testing of samples from other Halls of Residence is ongoing.

University spokesperson Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem stated that preliminary laboratory results confirmed the contamination in Moremi Hall. Tests on water samples from other hostels are ongoing. The university has initiated precautionary and remedial measures to manage the situation.

Citing the university's location on wetlands and the current rainy season, management urged the community to use available water solely for washing and sanitation. Water for drinking, cooking, or other domestic uses must be boiled until further notice.

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Use available water only for washing and sanitation purposes. Water intended for drinking, cooking, or other domestic purposes must be boiled before use until further notice.

The university also advised anyone experiencing symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea to report immediately to the University Medical Centre. They appealed for calm and urged the community to rely on official communication channels, discouraging the spread of unverified information.

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Any member of the University community experiencing symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, or related health concerns is advised to report immediately to the University Medical Centre for assessment and appropriate care.