- The NAEC called for the use of nuclear energy sources as a way to strengthen electricity generation in the country
- The statement was made by the Acting Chairman of the NAEC
- Job creation also cited as a reason to employ nuclear energy sources
The Nigerian Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) has called for the use of nuclear energy sources to strengthen the country’s electricity generation. This call was made on Thursday, December 17th, 2020, in Abuja.
Mr. Mukthar Ali, the Acting Chairman of the commission, made the statement to the media in an interview session. He also mentioned the benefits of the country embracing nuclear energy sources.
He said, “It is a reliable source of energy which works 24 hours and runs for 60 years with uninterrupted power supply; no other source of power can give you that. Another benefit of nuclear sources for electricity generation is the creation of jobs; thousands of Nigerians could work in nuclear facility.”