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Expected answers for factors which favour development of hydro-electric power projects in Nigeria are:
-    presence of rapids and waterfalls/steep gradient
-    abundance of rainfall
-    high volume of water in rivers
-    adequate high temperature against freezing
-    high demand/ market for electricity
-    strong bedrock for dam sites
-    availability of capital
-    availability of skilled and unskilled labour

The Economic benefits of the hydro-electric power projects are:
-    promotion of irrigation
-    generation of electricity for industrial use
-    generation of electricity for domestic use
-    water supply for industrial use
-    water for domestic use
-    tourist attraction
-    revenue generation
-    flood control
-    income to workers
-    promotion of aquatic research
-    improved inland navigation
-    development and growth of new towns
-    provision of food
-    stimulates industrial development
-    employment
-    training of local technicians