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Hand Drilling in Nigeria

This field note provides an overview of hand drilling practices in Nigeria, which are being utilised to provide water sources for both domestic use and small scale irrigation. It is estimated that approximately 30,000 hand-drilled wells have been constructed throughout the country. Hand drilling as a business is being undertaken by many different individuals and businesses.

 
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Re: Hand Drilling in Nigeria   Obinna 12.08.2009 12:06
Hello,
I write in response of the 'new/emerging trend' of hand drilling in Nigeria. What does this technology of areas with deep seated aquifers? Does it mean that such areas will not get drinking water.

Thank you.

Obinna Uche
Water Resources Engineer
 

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Posted by:
zopemaster
06.04.2009
Documentation type:
RWSN publications
Authors:
D. Adekile & O. Olabode
Publishers:
RWSN/UNICEF
Published: 2009
Pages: 12
 
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