The Potability of Groundwater in Bayelsa State, Central Niger Delta Nigeria: A Review

Water is an important resource required by all living organisms for growth, and survival. Water meant for drinking is called potable water. Two basic sources of Potable in the Niger Delta are surface and groundwater. The potability of water is generally based on their physiochemical, heavy metals and microbial quality. In the Niger delta, the major source of potable water is groundwater. Therefore this study reviewed the challenges associated with water potability in Bayelsa State, Central Niger Delta, Nigeria. The study found that besides turbidity, arsenic, total iron and pH; other parameters complied with their respective WHO and Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON) permissible limits. Also, the some potable water had indicated microbial counts beyond WHO and SON permissible limits. Water parameters having values exceeding WHO and SON standards are deem contaminated. Hence persistent consumption of such water without appropriate remedy, could lead to adverse acute or chronic health effects. Hence this study concludes that groundwater meant for drinking purposes should constantly monitored prior to consumption, and treated appropriately

The Potability of Groundwater in Bayelsa State, Central Niger Delta Nigeria: A Review Keywords:

Potable water , Contaminant , Niger delta , Bayelsa State , water-borne diseases