Severe water scarcity has hit Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, forcing residents to rely on stagnant pools, ponds and other unsafe sources for their daily water needs.

‎Residents across several communities have been seen scooping muddy water from shallow, open ponds often contaminated with animal waste and debris.

‎However, a staff member of the ministry, said the ministry was aware of the situation and that efforts were being made to repair some of the faulty boreholes.