Three of the states surveyed, Kano, Sokoto and Plateau have a
total of 30 MW of SHP installed capacity in operation. In addition,
21 MW is being generated by the Nigerian Electricity Supply
Company (NESCO) from six other sites in Plateau State. About 5%
of the available SHP capacity is being exploited currently, whereas
the rest is deferred for future development. Tables 3 and 4 show
the SHP surveyed in the country and the existing SHP scheme in
Nigeria. Out of the total capacity of 734.2 MW, only 32 MW were
developed while 702.2 MW are yet to be developed. There is a vital
need to develop these on time. More mini- and micro-hydropower
schemes can be established across the country, to extend elec-
tricity provision to rural and remote areas.