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Difficulty: MediumMineral and Energy Resources in Nigeria

Which of the following thermal power stations in Nigeria relies primarily on natural gas and is located in the Niger Delta region?

  1. Afam Power StationAnswer
  2. B
    Oji River Power Station
  3. C
    Shiroro Power Station
  4. D
    Kainji Power Station

Answer

Afam Power Station is a natural gas-powered thermal station located in Rivers State in the Niger Delta.
Afam Power Station in Rivers State is situated directly in the Niger Delta oil and gas belt, using abundant local natural gas supplies for thermal electricity generation.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the primary fuel source associated with Niger Delta thermal power generation.
The Niger Delta is rich in crude oil and natural gas deposits, powering gas thermal stations like Afam, Ughelli, and Sapele.
Geological alignment pairs natural gas extraction in oilfields directly with nearby thermal power plants.
2
Distinguish between thermal (gas/coal) and hydroelectric power stations in Nigeria.
Hydroelectric stations (Kainji, Jebba, Shiroro) are located on major rivers in central Nigeria, while coal-fired generation (Oji River) relied on sub-bituminous coal from Enugu.
Excludes hydro stations located in Niger State and coal stations in Enugu State.

Key Concept

Spatial Distribution of Energy Generating Facilities in Nigeria
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