By Bilkis Abdulraheem Lawal
The Lagos Water Corporation (LWC) has launched its pioneering Crawler Bot technology, marking a major leap forward in the modernisation, safety and efficiency of potable water infrastructure across the state.
Announcing the innovation, the Managing Director of LWC, Engr. Mukhtaar Tijani, noted that inspecting and assessing underground transmission mains had historically been slow, costly and technically challenging. The new crawler bot, he said, finally provides the visibility and precision the corporation has long required to manage its vast pipeline network effectively.
Developed in partnership with Konsadem Associates and McAlpha Inc., the robotic device travels through pipelines to capture high-definition video, measure internal conditions and detect corrosion, cracks, blockages and potential leaks. It also maps pipe coordinates and diameters, giving engineers unprecedented insight into the structural health of critical water assets.
Officials say the technology will significantly improve decision-making, enable targeted maintenance, reduce water losses and enhance service reliability for millions of Lagos residents. Integrated with GIS mapping and hydraulic modelling systems, the crawler bot strengthens LWC’s broader digital transformation agenda and long-term infrastructure planning.
The Corporation described the launch as a testament to its commitment to sustainability, operational excellence and the protection of Lagos’s water infrastructure. It expressed appreciation to its engineers, consultants, partners and the Lagos State Government for their continuous support.
LWC reaffirmed that it will continue to invest in cutting-edge technologies to bolster system resilience and ensure safe, reliable and sustainable water supply for all Lagosians.
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