Energy sources for Nigeria

Journal Article · Wed Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1982 · Energy (Stamford, Conn.); (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/0360-5442(82)90025-1· OSTI ID:5689918

Okoroji, C E.I.

A public consensus has developed on the need for national energy policies and better planning in the utilization of energy resources in Nigeria. A look at Nigeria's energy future is timely as a period of rapid technological growth and industrial development begins. At the present time, Nigeria exports a relatively high percentage (92%) of the petroleum produced annually. In addition, about 95% of all produced natural gas is flared. Only a relatively minor fraction of the coal produced is used and the rest exported to West African countries. Water power in Nigeria is not yet fully developed. Although the deposits of uranium and oil sand may be substantial, the reserves are not currently known. The proportions in which mineral fuels are used are not related to their relative abundance. Based on present production rates, domestic reserves of petroleum will last 20 years, those of natural gas 63 years, and those of coal 1503 years. Nigeria is not currently and is not likely to become self-sufficient in terms of energy requirements. During the past decade, Nigeria's population has increased by 28.4%. Of vital concern for the immediate future in Nigeria are the demands on energy consumption and mineral resources resulting from increasing population pressure.

• Research Organization: Echo Resources International Corp., P.O. Box 25636, Philadelphia, PA 19144
• OSTI ID: 5689918
• Journal Information: Energy (Stamford, Conn.); (United States), Vol. 7:9
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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