This paper examines the feasible development of magneto-hydrodynamic (MHD) power plant in Nigeria. It
proffers the possibility of harnessing magneto-hydrodynamic technology as dependable energy mix for
ameliorating epileptic and incessant electric power failures due to inadequate power supply, and minimizes
the excessive depletion of fossil fuel in the country. The methodology used in this study entails application of
basic conservation laws of mass, momentum and energy, and induction equation. Findings reveal that in
spite of abundant conductive fluids in the third world countries like Nigeria, India, etc., the benefits
derivable from the MHD power plant were ignored due to dearth of technological know-how required to
carry out the installation and operation of the MHD plant. Implementation of this study will eliminate gas
flaring in Nigeria, enhance adequate supply of electricity to the rural communities in the country;
drastically reduce depletion of fossil oil that causes global warming, environmental pollution and
degradation, as well as increasing the socio-economic development of Nigeria.
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