A review of the role of drinking water as a potential reservoir for the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Nigeria

Key Points

• Antibiotic-resistant bacteria are identified in drinking water sources, posing health risks.
• Contamination levels in water samples reach alarming rates of up to 70% across surveyed areas.
• This review assesses various studies on water quality and resistance patterns from 2010 to 2022.
• The findings highlight the need for improved water quality management and surveillance systems.