Effects of Existing Framework for Water Reticulation Projects in South East Nigeria (A Descriptive Explication)

Ensuring the availability of water to users through construction networks of pipes has been in practice in all states of the federation to combat water scarcity in developing nations like Nigeria. This paper seeks to conduct a comprehensive descriptive analysis of the existing framework for water reticulation projects in South East Nigeria, examining its strengths, weaknesses, and overall impact on water supply for long lasting usage. Existing literature was reviewed; data was collected via questionnaires, and other sources. Multivariate Test of Relationship was analyzed using Canonical Correlation with critical p-value and Wilk’s Lamda ≤0.05. Data analysis was performed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26. The identified frameworks were seen to be significantly ineffective and as such, the study basically concluded that frameworks are very necessary in water reticulation projects with a recommendation that they (frameworks) need frequent reviews annually in order to maintain sustainability and accessibility.