COMPARATIVE STUDIES OF THE PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF BOREHOLE AND SACHET WATERS WITHIN IGARRA, AKOKO-EDO L.G.A, EDO STATE

ABSTRACT

Access to pure and uncontaminated water is a fundamental human right, yet billions of individuals across the globe still lack access to this essential resource. In this study, an extensive examination was conducted on the physicochemical parameters of borehole and Sachet waters in Igarra, located in Edo state. The town is rapidly expanding with a significant portion of its populace relying on borehole water supply. The Physicochemical and Chemical parameters were determined using standard methods. Results revealed pH values ranging from 6.43-7.20, conductivity within 3.90-62.3mV range, TDS values between 11-943mg/L, TSS levels fluctuating between 23 -45mg/L for Sachet samples while borehole samples ranged between 219-675mg/L respectively; total Hardness tests showed that these samples ranged from 13-228 mg/L. Our findings indicate noteworthy deviations in various raw water sample parameters from both World Health Organization (WHO) and National Environmental Standard and Regulation Enforcement Agency (NESREA) standards, highlighting the need for enhanced water treatment techniques. This research contributes significantly to improving our understanding of how we can enhance water quality primarily in regions heavily reliant on borehole and sachet supplies.