Evaluation of the Security Risks Associated with the Construction and Operations of a Nuclear Power Plant in the Federal Republic of Nigeria

Abstract

Abstract
Electricity is paramount for Nigeria’s economic growth. Both, commercialindustrial and domesticactivities mainly rely on electricity for daily needs and smooth operations. Electricity from nuclear energy will further boost the required national power capacity, projected to be above 10,000 MW. This study addresses some associated security problems that may bedevil a Nigerian Nuclear Power Plant Project with the necessary response arrangements if any security breach arises. Paramount among the problems observed is the weak economy and corruption in Nigeria, which may obstruct the quick realization of the Nuclear Power Plant Project since many of the gas turbine power plants initiated are yet to be commissioned. The article analyses the fundamental security risks identified in building of a Nigerian Nuclear Power Plant Project posed by local terrorist groups, kidnappers, thieves, and armed bandits may affect the smooth operation of the nuclear power plant. Furthermore, analyses on insiders that may pose a threat to the NPP facility based on radicalism, economic, disgruntled, ideology, and other medical challenges are considered. Recommended security measures for running the Nigerian Nuclear Power Plant Project are outlined.

Keywords: Associated security problems, insider threats, Nigerian nuclear power plant project, primary security risks.

Cite this Article
Furo Ebiere, Orumo Beinmotei Kenoll. Evaluation of the Security Risks Associated with the Construction and Operations of a Nuclear Power Plant in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology.2020; 10(1): 15–23p.