Abstract

Water is an essential and irreplaceable resource necessary for sustaining life, and in a diverse and populous country like Nigeria, the sustainable management of groundwater resources is of critical importance. This paper explores the current groundwater utilization practices in Ado-Ekiti, a rapidly growing urban area, and presents strategies aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of these vital resources. The study analyzes several key factors affecting groundwater resources, including geological formations, water quality, community involvement, existing regulatory frameworks, the role of technological advancements, economic considerations, and potential challenges to sustainable management. A comprehensive approach was employed, incorporating the use of remote sensing technologies and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques to optimize groundwater management practices in Ado-Ekiti, which is located in the southwestern part of Nigeria. The region’s challenging hard rock terrain complicates groundwater exploration, making innovative methods essential. To address this, Landsat satellite imagery was utilized to assess land use patterns, land cover changes, and to identify geological features indicative of potential groundwater sources. The study suggests adopting a range of sustainable practices, such as rainwater harvesting, managed aquifer recharge, improved well construction techniques, and the deployment of advanced groundwater monitoring systems. These practices are coupled with an emphasis on maintaining high water quality standards to ensure a continuous and reliable supply of clean water for the community. Ultimately, the study underscores the importance of a holistic and integrated approach to groundwater management, combining technology, community participation, and regulatory measures to safeguard the future availability of groundwater in Ado-Ekiti.

Keywords: Groundwater sustainability, Ado-Ekiti, rainwater harvesting, water quality, sustainable management

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1. Adelusi AO, Ayuk MA, Oyedele AA. Hydrogeophysical analysis of Owode area around Oba-Ile near Akure, SW Nigeria. AJDS. 2004;4(1 &2):11–14.
2. Badamasi S, Sawa BA, Garba ML. Groundwater potential zones mapping using remote sensing and geographic information system techniques (GIS) in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Am Sci Res J Eng Technol Sci. 2016;24(1):51–62.
3. Carruthers RM. Review of geophysical techniques for groundwater exploration in crystalline basement terrain. British Geological Survey, Regional Geophysics Research Group, Report 1985;85/3:30. https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/505657/
4. Emenike EA. Geophysical exploration for groundwater in a Sedimentary Environment: A case study from Nanka over Nanka Formation in Anambra Basin, Southeastern Nigeria. Global J Pure Appl Sci. 2001;7:97–110. https://www.ajol.info/index.php/gjpas/article/view/16212
5. Fashae OA, Tijani MN, Talabi AO, Adedeji OI. Delineation of groundwater potential zones in the crystalline basement terrain of SW-Nigeria: An integrated GIS and remote sensing approach. Appl Water Sci. 2014;4:19–38.
6. Forkuor G, Pavelic P, Asare E, Obuobie E. Modelling potential areas of groundwater development for agriculture in northern Ghana using GIS/RS. Hydrol Sci J. 2013;58(2):437–451.
7. Hung LQ, Batelaan O, De Smedt F. Lineament extraction and analysis, comparison of LANDSAT ETM and ASTER imagery. Case study: Suoimuoi tropical karst catchment, Vietnam. In: Proceedings of SPIE remote sensing for environmental monitoring, GIS applications and geology V. 2005;5983:59830T.
8. Ndatuwong G, Yadav GS. Integration of hydrogeological factors for identification of groundwater potential zones using remote sensing and GIS techniques. J Geosci Geomat 2014;2(1):1–16.
9. Ogundana AK, Aladesanmi AO, Okunade A, Olutomilola OO. Causes of borehole failure in complex basement terrains: ABUAD case study, southwestern Nigeria. Am J Eng Res 2015;4(10):192–201.
10. Ojo JS, Olorunfemi MO, Akintorinwa OJ, Bayode S, Omosuyi GO, Akinluyi FO. GIS integrated geomorphological, geological and geoelectrical assessment of the groundwater potential of Akure Metropolis, southwest Nigeria. J Earth Sci Geotech Eng. 2015;5(14):85–101.
11. Olajuyigbe AE. Sustainable water service delivery: an assessment of a water agency in a rapidly urbanizing city in Nigeria. J Sustain Dev. 2010;3(4):210–219.
12. Olayinka AI. Geophysical siting of boreholes in crystalline basement areas of Africa. J Afr Earth Sc. 1992;14:197–207.
13. Olayinka AI, Olorunfemi MO. Determination of geoelectrical characteristics in Okene area and implication for Borehole sitting. J Mining Geol. 1992;28(2):403–412.
14. Omosuyi GO, Ojo JS, Enikanselu PA. Geophysical Investigation for Groundwater around Obanla-Obakekere in Akure area within the basement complex of Southwestern Nigeria. J Mining Geol. 2003;39(2):109–116.

Abstract

Water is an essential and irreplaceable resource necessary for sustaining life, and in a diverse and populous country like Nigeria, the sustainable management of groundwater resources is of critical importance. This paper explores the current groundwater utilization practices in Ado-Ekiti, a rapidly growing urban area, and presents strategies aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability of these vital resources. The study analyzes several key factors affecting groundwater resources, including geological formations, water quality, community involvement, existing regulatory frameworks, the role of technological advancements, economic considerations, and potential challenges to sustainable management. A comprehensive approach was employed, incorporating the use of remote sensing technologies and Geographic Information System (GIS) techniques to optimize groundwater management practices in Ado-Ekiti, which is located in the southwestern part of Nigeria. The region’s challenging hard rock terrain complicates groundwater exploration, making innovative methods essential. To address this, Landsat satellite imagery was utilized to assess land use patterns, land cover changes, and to identify geological features indicative of potential groundwater sources. The study suggests adopting a range of sustainable practices, such as rainwater harvesting, managed aquifer recharge, improved well construction techniques, and the deployment of advanced groundwater monitoring systems. These practices are coupled with an emphasis on maintaining high water quality standards to ensure a continuous and reliable supply of clean water for the community. Ultimately, the study underscores the importance of a holistic and integrated approach to groundwater management, combining technology, community participation, and regulatory measures to safeguard the future availability of groundwater in Ado-Ekiti.

Keywords: Groundwater sustainability, Ado-Ekiti, rainwater harvesting, water quality, sustainable management

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1. Adelusi AO, Ayuk MA, Oyedele AA. Hydrogeophysical analysis of Owode area around Oba-Ile near Akure, SW Nigeria. AJDS. 2004;4(1 &2):11–14.
2. Badamasi S, Sawa BA, Garba ML. Groundwater potential zones mapping using remote sensing and geographic information system techniques (GIS) in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Am Sci Res J Eng Technol Sci. 2016;24(1):51–62.
3. Carruthers RM. Review of geophysical techniques for groundwater exploration in crystalline basement terrain. British Geological Survey, Regional Geophysics Research Group, Report 1985;85/3:30. https://nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/505657/
4. Emenike EA. Geophysical exploration for groundwater in a Sedimentary Environment: A case study from Nanka over Nanka Formation in Anambra Basin, Southeastern Nigeria. Global J Pure Appl Sci. 2001;7:97–110. https://www.ajol.info/index.php/gjpas/article/view/16212
5. Fashae OA, Tijani MN, Talabi AO, Adedeji OI. Delineation of groundwater potential zones in the crystalline basement terrain of SW-Nigeria: An integrated GIS and remote sensing approach. Appl Water Sci. 2014;4:19–38.
6. Forkuor G, Pavelic P, Asare E, Obuobie E. Modelling potential areas of groundwater development for agriculture in northern Ghana using GIS/RS. Hydrol Sci J. 2013;58(2):437–451.
7. Hung LQ, Batelaan O, De Smedt F. Lineament extraction and analysis, comparison of LANDSAT ETM and ASTER imagery. Case study: Suoimuoi tropical karst catchment, Vietnam. In: Proceedings of SPIE remote sensing for environmental monitoring, GIS applications and geology V. 2005;5983:59830T.
8. Ndatuwong G, Yadav GS. Integration of hydrogeological factors for identification of groundwater potential zones using remote sensing and GIS techniques. J Geosci Geomat 2014;2(1):1–16.
9. Ogundana AK, Aladesanmi AO, Okunade A, Olutomilola OO. Causes of borehole failure in complex basement terrains: ABUAD case study, southwestern Nigeria. Am J Eng Res 2015;4(10):192–201.
10. Ojo JS, Olorunfemi MO, Akintorinwa OJ, Bayode S, Omosuyi GO, Akinluyi FO. GIS integrated geomorphological, geological and geoelectrical assessment of the groundwater potential of Akure Metropolis, southwest Nigeria. J Earth Sci Geotech Eng. 2015;5(14):85–101.
11. Olajuyigbe AE. Sustainable water service delivery: an assessment of a water agency in a rapidly urbanizing city in Nigeria. J Sustain Dev. 2010;3(4):210–219.
12. Olayinka AI. Geophysical siting of boreholes in crystalline basement areas of Africa. J Afr Earth Sc. 1992;14:197–207.
13. Olayinka AI, Olorunfemi MO. Determination of geoelectrical characteristics in Okene area and implication for Borehole sitting. J Mining Geol. 1992;28(2):403–412.
14. Omosuyi GO, Ojo JS, Enikanselu PA. Geophysical Investigation for Groundwater around Obanla-Obakekere in Akure area within the basement complex of Southwestern Nigeria. J Mining Geol. 2003;39(2):109–116.