The Nigeria Energy Challenge and the Nuclear Energy Option

Abstract

Nigeria and other nations are looking for solution to their energy crisis and nuclear energy seem to be an option as Federal Government have mandated NAEC, an apex arm of government charge with development of nuclear energy programme for the country to look at the possibility of using nuclear power to generate electricity. The study investigated risk management of nuclear project so as to guide against wastage or loss in the economy. More also, this paper look at the challenges involved in nuclear power industry, assessed the prospects in Nigeria, examined nuclear power plant safety in the country by taken cognizant of Nigeria maintenance culture and environmental challenges. Furthermore, the study examined the advantages of nuclear power plants because historically they are highly complex and prime innovators of new technology. The research implication was that adequate preparation on nuclear safety, education, strong public sensitization, foundational public awareness creation and acceptances, and then coupled with strong legislative nuclear power policy are necessary factors for the development of the sector in Nigeria.

Keywords: Nigeria energy crisis, nuclear energy option for Nigeria, nuclear power plants challenges and prospects, safety aspect of nuclear power plant in Nigeria, maintenance culture and environmental challenges, nuclear power plants advantages and cost implication.