Towards a Modernized Energy Distribution and Consumption System in Nigeria

Abstract

The energy distribution and consumption system is facing increasing stress due to fundamental changes in both supply and demand technologies. The communications and control systems are also transitioning from analog systems to systems with increasing digital control and communications. Nigeria has been experiencing challenges in the distribution of energy in the past decades. As a result, more than half of Nigeria’s population is affected by the ineffectiveness of the distribution and consumption of electricity power which lowers their standard of living. However the challenges in the control and the distribution of electrical power have persisted and this has negatively affected the economy and living standard of the country. The software engineering methodology adopted for this study was the hybrid model; comprising SSADM and OOM. This allows for easy modification of the system as need may arise in the future. The developed system was presented to Power Holding personnel, thereafter, a questionnaire testing the usability and acceptability of the system was administered to 75 Power Holding personnel. The results of the interview revealed that 86.96% of the Engineers, 82.76% of the Technicians, 66.67% of Cashiers and 63.64% of the Record staff tested the system gave satisfactory reports on the system performance regarding the usability, functionality , privileges and acceptability of the system. The developed system was recommended for adoption in all electricity distribution companies across the Nigeria.