Climate Change Impact on Household Water Supply and Demand in Ibadan South West Local Government Area, Nigeria

Abstract

Households suffer from acute water scarcity due to climate change, which has resulted in the drying out of streams and lowering of the water table. This study examines the effects of climate change on water demand and supply in Ibadan South West Local Government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. Two hundred and four questionnaire were administered using systematic random sampling technique. Secondary data was obtained from the archival records of Nigerian Meteorological Agency, Ibadan and analyzed. The results showed significant change in the demand and supply of potable water in such that water sources vary with seasons causing 7% water rationing. Gender affect water consumption as reported by 14.5% of respondents. It was concluded that an increase in intense heat has affected water use behaviors in the area. It was therefore recommended that the green city concept should be adopted as this will help absorb excess carbon dioxide causing increase in the surface temperatures.