MUSTAPHA, A.I, PhD

OLADEJO, J.O.| RAJI, A.O.

Abstract

The study presented a comparative study on the role of public-private partnership in the provision of electricity in Edo State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the impact of the partnership agreement between the Edo State government and CCETC-Ossiomo power plant company on the provision of electricity to government parastatals and businesses in the Benin City metropolis, to the service provided by Benin Electricity Distribution Company. The study aimed to examine the extent to which the PPP arrangement between the Edo State government and Ossiomo power plant company has been useful in the provision of electricity in Edo State, identify challenges that may hinder the effective provision of electricity under the PPP arrangement, and proffer solutions to the challenges identified. The study relied on the mixed-scanning approach by combining both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Primary data were generated through responses to questions from BEDC and CCETC-Ossiomo power plant company officials, while secondary data were gathered from reputable sources such as reports, journals, textbooks,and newspapers, amongst others. The study concluded that the Ossiomo power plant company has demonstrated the potential of PPP models in improving electricity access in Edo state. Recommendations were made to the government to provide the enabling environment for the Ossiomo power company to be able to generate and distribute its targeted 55 megawatts of electricity; partner with more private electricity companies to guarantee sufficient distribution of electricity to the consumers; encourage increased investments in renewable energy sources to diversify the energy mix and promote sustainability; amongst others.

   

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Published: 2025

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