IMPACT OF ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT IN THE ASSESSMENT OF SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The renewable energy sector in Nigeria is rapidly growing as the government is committed
to reducing the country's dependence on fossil fuels and increasing the contribution of
renewable energy to its energy mix. However, the effective management of renewable
energy projects requires a unique set of skills and expertise that is different from
traditional engineering management. The agreement between solar energy yield and
electricity demand is compared in terms of daily, monthly and yearly patterns. A special
focus is oriented towards the current status of solar energy projects in Nigeria in terms of
their sizes, reliability, feasibility and challenges. Finally, concerning the future plans of
solar energy in Abuja area, a road map will be introduced to trigger the decision makers
to convert Abuja to a green governorate in the next decade and examines the key skills
and competencies required for engineering managers to succeed in the renewable energy
sector in Nigeria, including technical expertise, project management skills, financial and
business acumen, and strong communication and leadership skills.