Proper Energy Mix: A Solution to Stable Power Supply in Nigeria

Abstract

Nigeria is a country blessed with abundant sources of energy. The choice of energy for electricity generation in an area has always been influenced by political motives that the proper choice of energy type and the economic advantages are not considered. Due to these wrong foundations the stable power supply has been seen in Nigeria as an impossible target. The paper therefore is aimed at considering the available sources of energy in Nigeria and to suggest the best energy mix that will make this dream a reality. For this reason studies were carried out in some parts of the world as regards to: (i) The sources of energy available, (ii) The energy mix, (iii) The generating sources and the available energy. From the study it was seen that Nigeria primary energy resources are in excess of its domestic electric energy requirements that it should not experience electricity supply inadequacies. One of the solutions to adequate and stable power supply is to have a proper energy mix with proper load projection and good management system.

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“…Hence the recourse to captive power supply using private generators is a response to poor supply from the national grid. This largely supports the suppressed demand theory which refers to a scenario where energy services provided are inadequate due to poverty or lack of access to modern energy infrastructure (Afa & Anerih, 2013). The energy scenario can improved with increased uptake of renewable energy technologies which can be facilitated by appropriate incentives.…”

“…As a result, thermal efficiency level is low as earlier indicated for non-OECD (Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development) countries by (Taylor et al, 2008). In this direction and as recommended by Afa and Anerih (2013), Nigeria needs to broaden her electrical energy © IJRED -ISSN: 2252-4940, February 15 th 2016, All rights reserved mix in such a way that no energy source contributes more than 40% to the total electrical energy supply.…”

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“…Wind energy generation is popular in North America, Europe and Asia. Wind speed in Nigeria is about 2.0m/s at the coastal region and 4.0 m/s at the far northern region of the country [23]. This technology has been tested in the Northern parts of the country, mainly for water pumping in secondary colleges in Sokoto state, Kano states, Katsina, Bauchi and Plateau state.…”

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