NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/001 Sample Type: Dug well water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Gabas Gidan Ayya
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GABAS
GIDAN
AYYA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Clear
Temperature (0C) APHA 2550 B 24.9 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.18 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 80.0 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 51.9 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 15.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 14.4 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 0.98 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 40.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 29.9 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 5.37 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 1.21 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.003 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.009 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.014 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial
Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gabas Gidan Ayya water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gabas Gidan Ayya water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity and eliminate Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/002 Sample Type: Dug well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Yamma Gidan Ayya
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
YAMMA
GIDAN
AYYA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General pearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 24.9 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 7.96 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 407 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 264 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 18.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 58.5 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 19.0 20 Ok
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 224 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 182 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 4.35 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.98 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.010 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.015 0.003 High

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.059 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.015 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.017 0.2 OK
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.039 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Gidan Ayya water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Gidan Ayya water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Gidan Ayya water indicates that it contains high
Cadmium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Gidan Ayya water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Hardness, Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury, Cadmium and eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/003 Sample Type: Dug well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Turbid Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
MALAN
UWAISU
GANGARE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Turbid Clear Turbid
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 24.6 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.43 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 303 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 197 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 159 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 9.62 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 40.0 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 188 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 145 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 1.33 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D 0.42 1.5 High
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.30 - -
HEAVY METALS

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.040 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.087 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.007 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.098 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.015 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 12 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare water indicates that it contains
high Flouride concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare water indicates that it contains
high Cadmium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Malan Uwaisu Gangare water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Hardness, Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury, Cadmium, and Fluoride, also
eliminate Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/004 Sample Type: Dug well

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Gabas Gangara
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GABAS
GANGARA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 25.1 Ambient Ok
o
pH @ 25.0 C APHA 4500 B 8.14 6.5-8.5 OK
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 72.0 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 45.5 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 33.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 10.4 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 3.42 20 Ok
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 40.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 28.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.83 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.87 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.010 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.084 0.003 High

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.035 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 10 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gabas Gangara water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gabas Gangara water indicates that it contains high
Cadmium concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gabas Gangara water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity, high concentration of Cadmium, and also eliminate Microorganisms present in
the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/005 Sample Type: Dug well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Garkar Abdu Zodi Kalange
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GARKAR
ABDUL
ZODI
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
Temperature (0C) APHA 2550 B 24.8 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.30 6.5-8.5 -
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 154 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 100 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 52.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 36.9 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 6.83 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 120 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 52.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.34 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D 0.40 - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.75 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.011 0.003 High

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.018 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.018 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.047 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Abdu Zodi Kalange water indicates that its
Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Abdu Zodi Kalange water indicates that it
contains high Cadmium and Mercury concentrations.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Abdu Zodi Kalange water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury, Cadmium and eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/006 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Magaji Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
MAGAJI
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
Temperature (0C) APHA 2550 B 24.3 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.32 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 90.0 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 58.5 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 24.1 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 1.95 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 68.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 28.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.61 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.82 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.070 0.05 High

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.040 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.005 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.055 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 1 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Magaji Lajinge water indicates that it contain high
Cadmium, Chromium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Magaji Lajinge water indicates that it contain microbial
Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water high
concentrations of Mercury, Chromium, and Cadmium, also eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/007 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Yamma Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
YAMMA
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Clear
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.5 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.20 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 72.0 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 47.0 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 4.00 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 16.8 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 1.46 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 42.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 16.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.56 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E 8.00 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.80 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.070 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok

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Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.054 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.022 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 1 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Chromium and Mercury concentrations.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yamma Lajinge water indicates that it contains
Microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water high
concentrations of Mercury, Chromium and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/008 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Bello Garba Gidan Gangara
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: COMMENTS
BELLO 554:2015
GARBA
GANGARA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Clear
Temperature (0C) APHA 2550 B 22.6 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 7.73 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 88.4 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 57.4 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 48.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 19.2 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 1.95 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 56.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 32.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.49 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.79 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.020 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 High
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok

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Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.009 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.023 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 3 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Bello Garba Gidan Gangara water indicates that it
contains high Lead and Mercury concentrations.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Bello Garba Gidan Gangara water indicates that it contains
Microbial Load.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Bello Garba Gidan Gangara water indicates that its
Turbid

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle high
concentrations of Mercury, Chromium and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGE

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
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7th May, 2024

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/009 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Mai Gadi Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
MAI GADI
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 22.9 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.08 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 117 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 75.9 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 21.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 16.8 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 1.46 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 48.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 14.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.33 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.74 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.060 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 OK

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Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 OK
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 OK
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.009 0.2 OK
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Mai Gadi Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Chromium concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Mai Gadi Lajinge water indicates that it contains
Microbial Load.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Mai Gadi Lajinge water indicates that its Turbid

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity, high concentration Chromium and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/010 Sample Type: Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Gidan Alh. Lauwali Social Kalage
L.G.A: Sabon birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GIDAN
ALH.
LAUWALI
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Clear
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 22.8 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.25 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 134 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 87.0 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 11.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 36.9 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 7.81 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 124 150 OK
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 38.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.50 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D 0.28 - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.81 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.030 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.012 0.003 High

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Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Alh. Lauwali Social Kalage water indicates that it
contains high Cadmium concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Alh. Lauwali Social Kalage water indicates that it
contains Microbial Load.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Alh. Lauwali Social Kalage water indicates that
its Turbid

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity, high concentration Cadmium and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/011 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Usman Nakaso Gangara
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
USMAN
NAKASO
GANGARA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Clear
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 22.7 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.02 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 72.0 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 47.0 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 89.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 11.2 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 2.93 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 40.0 150 OK
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 22.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 6.88 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E 3.20 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.65 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B BDL 0.05 OK

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Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.037 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 16 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Usman Nakaso Gangara water indicates that it contains
high Cadmium concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Usman Nakaso Gangara water indicates that it contains
Microbial Load.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Usman Nakaso Gangara water indicates that its Turbid

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity, high concentration Cadmium and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/012 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Yar Agaji Gangara
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
YAR AGAJI
GANGARA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Turbid Clear Turbid
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.5 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.25 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 232 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 150 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 15.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 38.5 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 13.7 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 152 150
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 72.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 18.8 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D 3.26 - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 4.24 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 OK
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.011 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.031 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yar Agaji Gangara water indicates that it contains
Microbial Load.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yar Agaji Gangara water indicates that its Turbid

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Turbidity and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/013 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Shiyar Ladan Tara
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
SHIYAR
LADAN
TARA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.3 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 7.82 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 766 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 498 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 64.2 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 127 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 680 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 275 250 High
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 26.0 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 5.87 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.060 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok

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Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.040 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 OK
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Shiyar Ladan Tara water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Shiyar Ladan Tara water indicates that it contains high
Chloride concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Shiyar Ladan Tara water indicates that it contains high
Chromium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Shiyar Ladan Tara water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle water
Hardness, high concentrations of Chloride, Mercury, Cadmium, and also eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/014 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
SABON
GARI
GAJINGI
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 22.1 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.53 6.5-8.5 Slightly Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 244 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 159 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 5.00 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 17.6 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 27.3 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 156 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 110 250 High
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.01 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.68 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.070 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok

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Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.011 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.050 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.022 0.01 High
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi water indicates that its Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi water indicates that it contains high
Chloride concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi water indicates that it contains high
Chromium, Arsenic and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Sabon Gari Gajingi water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Basicity,
water Hardness, high concentrations of Chloride, Mercury, Arsenic, Cadmium, and also
eliminate Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/015 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar V.C Asibiti Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A ClearLiquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
V.C
ASIBITI
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 22.5 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.58 6.5-8.5 Slightly Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 70.0 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 45.4 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 9.00 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 16.0 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 0.98 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 44.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 22.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 5.61 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.81 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok

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Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.071 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.061 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.011 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.050 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.001 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 14 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar V.C Asibiti Lajinge water indicates that its Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar V.C Asibiti Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Mercury concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar V.C Asibiti Lajinge water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Basicity, high concentration Mercury and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/016 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Saboan Fegi Tarah
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
SABOAN
FEGI
TARAH
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.5 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.35 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 507 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 330 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 6.00 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 51.3 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 81.0 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 460 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 192 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 4.53 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 1.02 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.080 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok

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AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.023 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.040 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 1 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Saboan Fegi Tarah water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Saboan Fegi Tarah indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Saboan Fegi Tarah water indicates that it contains high
Chromium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Saboan Fegi Tarah water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Turbidity, water Hardness, high concentrations of Mercury, Chromium and also eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/017 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Gigan Shekarau Kalage
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GIGAN
SHEKARA
U KALAGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.5 Ambient Ok
o
pH @ 25.0 C APHA 4500 B 8.45 6.5-8.5 Ok
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 90.6 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 58.9 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 22.5 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 5.86 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 80.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 26.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.65 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D 0.07 - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.82 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.060 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.028 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.050 1 Ok

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Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.009 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.030 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gigan Shekarau Kalage water indicates that it contains
high Chromium, Cadmium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gigan Shekarau Kalage water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.

RECOMMENDATION:

 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle high
concentrations of Mercury, Cadmium, and Chromium. Also eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/018 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Rabiu Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
RABIU
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.1 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.45 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 100 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 65.0 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 16.0 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 8.78 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 76.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 36.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.42 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.77 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.012 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.071 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.009 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.040 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 1 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Rabiu Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Cadmium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Rabiu Lajinge water indicates that it contains microbial
Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle high
concentrations of Mercury, Cadmium, and also eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/019 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Yankalgo Tarah
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
YANKALG
O TARAH
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 23.2 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 7.51 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 763 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 496 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 10.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 159 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 45.4 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 582 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 262 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 24.3 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 5.48 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.070 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.021 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.007 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.070 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.002 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yankalgo Tarah Tara water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yankalgo Tarah water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yankalgo Tarah water indicates that it contains high
Chromium and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Yankalgo Tarah water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.

RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Turbidity, water Hardness, high concentrations of Mercury, Chromium and also eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/020 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Ayya Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
AYYA
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 21.4 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.50 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity APHA 2510 B 108 1000 -
(µS/cm)
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 70.0 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 30.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 24.1 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 6.83 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 88.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 36.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 2.50 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.56 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B BDL 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.010 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.020 0.01 High
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 14 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Ayya Lajinge water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Ayya Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Cadmium, Arsenic and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Ayya Lajinge water indicates that it contains microbial
Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury, Arsenic, and Chromium. Also eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/021 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Marafa Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
MARAFA
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 20.4 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.60 6.5-8.5 Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 70.1 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 45.6 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 14.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 16.0 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 0.98 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 44.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 24.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.75 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.85 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok

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Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.013 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.020 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.020 0.01 High
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 14 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Marafa Lajinge water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Marafa Lajinge water indicates that its Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Marafa Lajinge water indicates that it contains high
Arsenic and Mercury concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Marafa Lajinge water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Basicity, Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury, Arsenic and eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/022 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Tarah Yan Kirya
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
TARAH
YAN
KIRYA
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 21.6 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.48 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 444 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 293 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 2.00 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 73.8 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 48.2 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 384 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 160 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 4.83 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 1.10 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.060 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.021 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
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Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.035 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.024 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 4 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 1 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Tarah Yan Kirya water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Tarah Yan Kirya water indicates that it contains high
Cadmium and Chromium concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Tarah Yan Kirya water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Turbidity, high concentrations of Cadmium, Chromium and eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/023 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Gidan Malan Ummaha Kalage
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GIDAN
MALAN
UMMAHA
KALAGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
Temperature (0C) APHA 2550 B 21.7 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.52 6.5-8.5 Slightly Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 79.3 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 51.6 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 17.6 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 3.90 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 60.0 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 26.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 3.32 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.75 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.080 0.05 High
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.024 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.047 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.153 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Malan Ummaha Kalage water indicates that its
Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Malan Ummaha Kalage water indicates that it
contains high Cadmium and Chromium concentrations respectively.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Gidan Malan Ummaha Kalage water indicates that it
contains microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Basicity, high concentrations of Cadmium, Chromium and eliminate Microorganisms
present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/024 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Garkar Sa’adu Nameri
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
GARKAR
SA’ADU
NAMERI
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 21.8 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.51 6.5-8.5 Slightly Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 176 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 114 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B BDL 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 28.9 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 23.4 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 168 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 58.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 2.90 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D 0.32 - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.79 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.010 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
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EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.062 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.001 Ok
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Sa’adu Nameri water indicates that its Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Sa’adu Nameri Kalage water indicates that it
contains high Cadmium concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Garkar Sa’adu Nameri water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Basicity, high concentrations of Cadmium and eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

NATOINAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

AT S.R.R.B.D.A HEADQUATERS, PMB 2223
Km 10, GUSAU ROAD, DANGE SHUNI LGA, SOKOTO
EMAIL: sokotolab2018@yahoo.com
Phone: 08036556907, 07066714226, 08029587254
 NATIONAL WATER QUALITY REFERENCE LABORATORY, SOKOTO

7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/025 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
HARUNA
YAHAYA
LAJINGE
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 20.4 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.64 6.5-8.5 Slightly Basic
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 114 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 74.2 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 31.0 5.00 Turbid
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 25.7 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 10.7 20 -
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 108 150 Ok
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 36.0 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 1.21 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E BDL 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D 0.28 1.5 High
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 0.33 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.050 0.05 Ok
Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 High
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok

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Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.020 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
TotalColiforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 18 10 Microbial Load
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 6 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge water indicates that its Basic
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge water indicates that its Turbid
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge water indicates that it contains
high Fluoride concentration
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge water indicates that it contains
high Cadmium and Mercury concentrations.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Haruna Yahaya Lajinge water indicates that it contains
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Basicity, Turbidity, high concentrations of Cadmium, Mercury and eliminate
Microorganisms present in the water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

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7th May, 2023

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

Ref No: FMWR/NWQRL/SKT/SBN/026 Sample Type: Dug Well Water

Client: No: RUWWASSA/UNICEF
Sample Location: Rijiyar Kamtakawa Tarah
L.G.A: Sabon Birni L.G.A, Sokoto State
Date Sampled: 27/04/2024 Date Received: 27/04/2024
Sample Description: A Clear Liquid/water collected in a 75cl plastic container
I hereby certify that we have analyzed the above described sample in the condition submitted to us and state
hereunder our findings together with comments.
PARAMETERS METHOD RIJIYAR NSDWQ: NIS: 554:2015 COMMENTS
KAMTAKA
WA
TARAH
PHYSICAL PARAMETERS
General appearance APHA 2110 Clear Clear Ok
0
Temperature ( C) APHA 2550 B 20.4 Ambient Ok
o
APHA 4500 B 8.05 6.5-8.5 Ok
pH @ 25.0 C
Electrical Conductivity (µS/cm) APHA 2510 B 512 1000 -
Total Dissolved Solids (mg/L) APHA 2510 B 333 500 Ok
Turbidity (NTU) APHA 2130 B 4.00 5.00 Ok
CHEMICAL PARAMETERS
Calcium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Ca B 85.0 -
Magnesium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Mg B 58.6 20
Total Hardness (mg/L) APHA 2340 C 452 150 Hard
Chloride (mg/L) APHA 4500-Cl- B 182 250 Ok
Nitrate (mg/L) APHA 4500 NO3- E 6.14 50.0 Ok
Sulphate (mg/L) APHA 4500 SO42-E 1.00 100 Ok
Phosphate (mg/L) APHA 4500-P D BDL - -
Fluoride (mg/L) APHA 4500-F- D BDL 1.5 Ok
Ammonia (mg/L) APHA 4500-NH3 1.95 - -
HEAVY METALS
Chromium (mg/L) APHA 3500-Cr B 0.030 0.05 Ok

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Cadmium (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.003 Ok
Lead (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
Copper (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 1 Ok
Zinc (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 3 Ok
Manganese (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.006 0.2 Ok
Mercury (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) 0.020 0.001 High
Arsenic (mg/L) APHA 3111A (METALYSER) BDL 0.01 Ok
MICROBIOLOGICAL
PARAMETERS
Total Coliforms (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 8 10 Ok
E. Coli (cfu/100mL) APHA 9222 B 2 0 Microbial Load
NOTE
• BDL = Below Detection Limit
• cfu /100ml = Colony forming units per 100ml
• APHA = American Public Health Association (21st Edition 2005)
• Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for Drinking Water Quality

COMMENT: With reference to the Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS 554:2007 Revised in 2015) for
Drinking Water Quality

 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Kamtakawa Tarah water indicates that its Hard
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Kamtakawa Tarah water indicates that it contain high
Mercury concentration.
 The result of the analysis of Rijiyar Kamtakawa Tarah water indicates that it contain
microbial Load.
RECOMMENDATION:
 Effective water treatment is recommended for the Dug well in order to tackle Water
Turbidity, high concentrations of Mercury and eliminate Microorganisms present in the
water. (E.Coli).

ALIYU TANIMU ABAHURAIRA

LABORATORY MANAGER

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