A nuclear Nigeria: How feasible is it?

Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa. It is also the holds the continent's largest oil and gas reserves and is its largest exporter of crude oil. However, due to several years of underinvestment in and neglect of its power sector, there is an energy crisis in Nigeria. The current government is looking to reform the power sector and invest in nuclear technology for power generation. This paper looks at the rational for and historical development of nuclear technology in Nigeria. It also analyses the current state of Nigeria's Nuclear Power Project, its socio economic and political implications and limitations. ► Underinvestment in the power sector in Nigeria and the resultant energy crisis. ► Rational for and historical development of nuclear technology in Nigeria. ► Current state of Nigeria's Nuclear Power Project, its implications and limitations. ► Threats posed to the NPP by terrorist and militant organizations and corruption.