The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has introduced a crawler bot system to enhance the inspection and management of underground water pipelines across the state.
The corporation’s Public Affairs Unit confirmed the development in a statement on Tuesday.
LWC Managing Director, Mr. Mukhtaar Tijani, said the new technology would provide direct visibility into pipelines that were previously inaccessible.
“For decades, the inspection of transmission mains has been difficult, slow, and costly,” Tijani said in a statement made available to reporters in Lagos.
He explained that the crawler bot, developed in collaboration with Konsadem Associates and McAlpha Inc., moves through pipelines while capturing high-definition video and measurements, detecting corrosion, cracks, blockages, and potential leak points.
The device also maps pipe coordinates and diameters, giving engineers detailed information needed to assess asset conditions and plan maintenance.
Tijani noted that the technology would enable more targeted repairs, reduce water losses, and improve the reliability of the potable water supply across Lagos.
“The crawler bot will operate alongside the Corporation’s Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping tools and hydraulic modelling platforms, forming part of LWC’s wider digital transformation agenda,” he said.
He added that the initiative aligns with the corporation’s efforts to strengthen operational efficiency, enhance sustainability, and safeguard critical water infrastructure.
Tijani acknowledged the contributions of engineers, technical partners, and the Lagos State Government toward the deployment of the technology.
He described the launch of the crawler bot as a significant step in LWC’s mission to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable water to residents.
The Managing Director emphasized that the corporation will continue adopting advanced systems to improve service delivery and infrastructure resilience.
