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Effect of Erratic Electric Power Supply on The Environment

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  • Ekpo, C.G.

    (Department of Science and Environmental Education, Faculty of Education, University of Abuja, Nigeria)

  • Orji, N.O.

    (Department of Science and Environmental Education, Faculty of Education, University of Abuja, Nigeria)

  • Is’haq, A.B.

    (Department of Science and Environmental Education, Faculty of Education, University of Abuja, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study investigated the effect of erratic electric power supply on natural and man-built environments in Nigeria. The study was anchored on three hypotheses formulated in line with the objectives of the study. The study adopted descriptive survey design. Sample size consisted of 464 respondents reached across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria via the Google Form. A 5-point Likert scale format questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. The instrument was pilot tested for reliability using the Cronbach Alpha reliability test method, and a reliability index of 0.83 was obtained. Descriptive statistics and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) were employed for data analysis. It was discovered that erratic electric power supply in Nigeria has significant negative effects on natural and man-built environments; socio-economic development and growth; and human health and wellbeing. It was, therefore, recommended that Nigerian government should prioritize and be more proactive in the supply of a stable and regular electric power; other environmental friendly sources of generating electric power such as solar energy should also be explored to enhance stable and regular electric power supply in the country.

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  • Ekpo, C.G. & Orji, N.O. & Is’haq, A.B., 2022. "Effect of Erratic Electric Power Supply on The Environment," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 6(11), pages 523-530, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:6:y:2022:i:11:p:523-530
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