Evaluation of the groundwater quality in Pariya

Groundwater is the main source of water supply in many areas in Nigeria. Anthropogenic activities frequently are the main source of groundwater contamination. The appraisal of the water quality of an area have the potential to alleviate long term negative impacts. Water samples were collected from motorized and non-motorized borehole sources in the study area using prepared sampling bottles and analyzed for the physicochemical parameters of pH, TDS, Total Hardness, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Sulphate, Lead, Fluoride, Iron, Bicarbonate and total coliforms. The results of physicochemical quality was compared with the WHO standards. It was found that the physicochemical quality was within the permissible limits. The bacteriological analyses indicated the occurrence of total coliforms above the standards. It was recommended to adopt basic treatment by boiling before ingestion to safeguard against water borne diseases.