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Economic Viability of Biotechnology Application in the Energy Sector of Nigeria in Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates the integration and economic viability of biotechnological applications in Nigeria’s energy sector, with a focus on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Using a descriptive research design and a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 400 respondents through structured surveys, interviews, direct observations, and focus group discussions. Results show that biogas systems account for 57.1% of biotechnology-based energy use in the FCT, followed by biofuels (21.4%), microbial fuel cells (14.3%), and algae-based energy (7.2%). A cost-benefit analysis revealed that biogas production offers the highest return on investment (82.5%) despite contributing only 23% of annual revenue, making it the most financially viable option. Biomass gasification, while capital intensive (50.2% of investment), accounts for the highest environmental impact with 42.9% of CO₂ emission reductions and 41.7% of total job creation. The study highlights untapped bioenergy potential, hindered by limited policy enforcement, infrastructure gaps, and funding constraints, and recommends strengthened policy frameworks, targeted investments, and capacity-building initiatives.

Source: International Journal of African Research Sustainability Studies

DOI: 10.70382/caijarss.v8i2.041

Authors: ANNE NDONIMA DANLADI, J. I. MAGAJI, MAHMUD ABUBAKAR

Institution: Nasarawa State University

Language: English

Topic: Bioeconomy and Sustainability Development

Subfield: General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Climate action, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414667132

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