ECOWAS Delivers Solar Borehole, Renovates 32 Toilets for Abuja Primary School By Raymond Enoch
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission has strengthened access to clean water and improved sanitation for pupils of LEA Primary School, Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, with the commissioning of a solar-powered borehole and the renovation of 32 sanitation facilities.
The intervention, funded through the ECOWAS Peace Fund and implemented by the Adeola Adeyemi Foundation (TAAF), is aimed at promoting healthy learning conditions and strengthening community resilience through improved social infrastructure.
The project was formally commissioned on February 25 as part of ECOWAS’ broader efforts to promote human security and sustainable development across member states.
Speaking at the ceremony on behalf of the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Amb. Dr. Abdel-Fatau Musah, Mrs. Gloria Ugwunze stressed that peacebuilding goes beyond conflict resolution and must include investments that improve the daily lives of citizens.
She noted that access to clean water and proper sanitation plays a critical role in protecting public health, encouraging school attendance and creating a dignified environment for learning.
According to her, the initiative reflects the ECOWAS Peace Fund’s commitment to addressing the root causes of instability by improving access to basic services at the community level.
“This intervention demonstrates the Peace Fund’s holistic approach to peacebuilding. Peace is not only the absence of conflict; it is the presence of dignity, opportunity and equitable access to essential services,” she said.
The solar-powered borehole will provide a reliable and environmentally sustainable water supply for the school community, while the upgraded sanitation facilities are expected to address long-standing hygiene challenges faced by pupils and staff.
The commissioning ceremony attracted representatives from the Local Education Authority, the Universal Basic Education Board and the Federal Capital Territory Education Secretariat.
Also present were the Senior Special Assistant to the President on School Feeding and a representative of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, highlighting the importance of collaboration among government institutions and development partners in strengthening basic education infrastructure.
School authorities and community stakeholders welcomed the intervention, noting that the improved facilities would significantly enhance the welfare, safety and academic experience of the pupils.
ECOWAS officials reiterated that the Peace Fund remains committed to supporting grassroots initiatives that directly benefit vulnerable communities across West Africa.
The regional body also commended the Adeola Adeyemi Foundation for its effective implementation of the project and praised local stakeholders for their cooperation.
With initiatives like this, ECOWAS says it will continue to pursue strategic partnerships that promote sustainable peace, security and human development throughout the West African region.
