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The impact of access to electricity on education and health sectors in Nigeria’s rural communities

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  • Iyabo Adeola Olanrele

    (Nigerian Institute Of Social And Economic Research, Nigeria)

  • Adedoyin Isola Lawal

    (Landmark University, Nigeria)

  • Samuel Olatunde Dahunsi

    (Ton Duc Thang University, Vietnam)

  • Abiola Ayopo Babajide

    (Covenant University, Nigeria)

  • Joseph Ojo Iseolorunkanmi

    (University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)

  • Joseph Ojo Iseolorunkanmi

    (Landmark University, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study examines the impact of access to electricity on health and education measured by increased number of hours to study and reduced indoor air pollution of rural communities in Nigeria. Primary data from twelve (12) rural communities that have benefited from rural electrification since 1997 in Oyo State, southwest, Nigeria was collected. Key empirical findings revealed that children study hour reduces with household access to grid electricity, it decreases by 8 percent. Expenditure on electricity significantly decreases children study hour by 12 percent. Electrification decreases the rate at which indoor air pollution reduces by 1.1 percent. Household electricity expenditure increases with reduction in indoor air pollution, it decreases the rate of air pollution by 1.6 percent. Better illumination due from access to modern electricity reduces indoor pollution by 1.2 percent. To enhance the electrification benefits, the adoption of the mini-grid option is inevitable, which requires government commitment for sustainability. The off-grid solution, which is usually renewable solution, with strong supporting legislation is equally required for rural electrification strategy. The efficiency of the existing electricity system entails the implementation of the gas master plan, which is crucial in paving way for increasing supply reliability, coverage, and then higher social benefits.

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  • Iyabo Adeola Olanrele & Adedoyin Isola Lawal & Samuel Olatunde Dahunsi & Abiola Ayopo Babajide & Joseph Ojo Iseolorunkanmi & Joseph Ojo Iseolorunkanmi, 2020. "The impact of access to electricity on education and health sectors in Nigeria’s rural communities," Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Issues, VsI Entrepreneurship and Sustainability Center, vol. 7(4), pages 3016-3035, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:ssi:jouesi:v:7:y:2020:i:4:p:3016-3035
    DOI: 10.9770/jesi.2020.7.4(30)
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    1. Ahmad, Sohail & Mathai, Manu V. & Parayil, Govindan, 2014. "Household electricity access, availability and human well-being: Evidence from India," Energy Policy, Elsevier, vol. 69(C), pages 308-315.
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    education; health; electrification; Nigeria;
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    • C22 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Single Equation Models; Single Variables - - - Time-Series Models; Dynamic Quantile Regressions; Dynamic Treatment Effect Models; Diffusion Processes
    • D21 - Microeconomics - - Production and Organizations - - - Firm Behavior: Theory
    • G12 - Financial Economics - - General Financial Markets - - - Asset Pricing; Trading Volume; Bond Interest Rates
    • G22 - Financial Economics - - Financial Institutions and Services - - - Insurance; Insurance Companies; Actuarial Studies

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