NDBDA Launches Waterways Sanitation Corps during World Rivers Day 2026

On World Rivers Day 2026, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Basin Development Authority (NDBDA), Prince Ebitimi Amgbare, launched the NDBDA Waterways Sanitation Corps (NDBDA-WSC) in Bayelsa State. The initiative aims to improve the sanitation and cleanliness of Nigeria’s waterways, a crucial step towards preserving and restoring these vital ecosystems. According to Tribune Online, this is the first time such a corps has been established by the NDBDA.

The launch took place amidst increasing concerns over the pollution and degradation of Nigeria’s waterways, which are essential for both human life and the country’s economy. The NDBDA-WSC will be responsible for enforcing sanitation regulations, conducting clean-up operations, and educating communities about the importance of maintaining clean waterways.

This move by the NDBDA is part of a broader effort to address the environmental challenges facing Nigeria’s waterways. The Authority has been instrumental in various projects aimed at protecting and restoring these ecosystems, including mangrove rehabilitation and the construction of fish farms.