A Critical Analysis of Causes and Effects of Delays in Nigeria's National Integrated Power Projects (NIPP)
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This study critically analyzes the causes and effects of delays in Nigeria's National Integrated Power Projects (NIPP), focusing on the factors contributing to time overruns and their impact on project delivery. Utilizing a descriptive quantitative research design, primary data were collected through questionnaires and interviews with professionals involved in NIPP projects, while secondary data was sourced from relevant literature. The study identifies key delay factors, including political interference, poor feasibility studies, payment delays, and consultant inefficiencies, using the Relative Importance Index (RII) method. The findings reveal that client-related and consultant-related factors significantly contribute to delays, exacerbating Nigeria’s ongoing power crisis and hindering economic growth. Policy recommendations include improving project governance, strengthening planning processes, streamlining financial management, and enhancing stakeholder collaboration. These measures aim to address the root causes of delays and ensure timely completion of future infrastructure projects, supporting sustainable national development.
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