WATER SUPPLY AND CONSUMPTION IN TARKA LGA, BENUE STATE, NIGERIA

This study ’Water Supply and Consumption in Wannune, Tarka LGA, Benue State, Nigeria’ was conducted to find out the major sources of water supply and consumption among the populace of Wannune. The study also examined the state of water supply in the area and investigated the water consumption pattern of the populace. The following research questions are formulated to guide this study. Adopting the quantitative survey research method, the study found out that there are divergent sources of water supply in Wannune which include boreholes, wells, rain water and other sources. Furthermore, findings from the study have indicated that there is high a level of water scarcity in Wannune. Findings have also demonstrated that the respondents use water for various purposes. These include bathing, washing, toilet purposes, drinking and cooking. The study concluded there is acute water scarcity in Wannune. The study, therefore, consequently, recommended among other things that tap water and more boreholes should be put in place by the government, well-meaning individuals and non-governmental organisations or donor agencies.