The Nigerian Idealist

The Rise of renewable energy in Nigeria. Nigeria's First Five Hydroelectric Dams: A Journey Through History. Nigeria's journey with hydroelectric power began in the 1950s, driven by a desire for clean and sustainable energy. Here's a glimpse into the first five dams and their fascinating backstories: 1. Kainji Dam (1968): Nestled on the Niger River, Kainji emerged as the pioneer, commissioned in 1968. Its construction, funded by the World Bank, involved the relocation of entire villages and sparked environmental debates. Despite challenges, Kainji's 750 MW capacity powered a growing nation, illuminating homes and propelling industries. 2. Jebba Dam (1979): Rising downstream on the Niger, Jebba Dam followed in 1979. Built primarily for irrigation and flood control, it also generated 500 MW, further strengthening the national grid. Its construction fostered a new community around the dam, showcasing the potential of hydroelectric projects for development. 3. Shiroro Dam (...

Greatness takes changing status quo Nigeria is a vast country of resources, the largest African country and quite honestly a huge mess. Nigeria is currently on the decline, with rising inflation, high unemployment, lacking basic amenities, poor health and education sectors, high insecurity in most regions and the list doesn’t end there but you get the point.  Nigeria wasn’t always like this you know, we used to be called the Giant of Africa, not just for our shear numbers, we were great achievers, had solid economic prowess, and the shining example for other African countries to imitate.  Our healthcare was so good, we were a healthcare destination for royalties and top leaders from around the world. Our cocoa and rubber was undeniably highly valued in the international market and so was our leather, crude oil, Palm oil etc.  What happened to this once great nation can happen to anyone really, greed, criminality and suppression, those are my keywords to summarise the turn...