posted on 2018-02-12, 15:09authored byYetunde A. Adegoke, Gerald Osuagwu, Dajuma Madaki, Sanusi A. Mai-afu, Tunau Bello, Tameez Ahmad
The European Union assisted Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Reform Programme (WSSSRP) is
being implemented in six focal States of Nigeria. Selection of small towns and communities for
intervention is one of major components of the reform programme. The programme ensures that the
selection process of small towns and rural communities is free of political interference, transparent,
participatory and demand responsive by establishing clear criteria, processes and mechanisms. Cash
contribution of 5% to the capital cost is a prerequisite for partnering communities and small towns. Over
850 rural communities and small towns have been selected so far and efforts are underway to replicate
and scale up the same in Nigeria. It is believed that the process will result in greater sustainability
through increased community ownership and contribution.
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ADEGOKE, Y.A. ... et al, 2009. Community and small town self-selection process under sector reform programme in Nigeria. IN: Shaw, R.J. (ed). Water, sanitation and hygiene - Sustainable development and multisectoral approaches: Proceedings of the 34th WEDC International Conference, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 18-22 May 2009, 5p.p.
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