How Megaprojects Are Damaging Nigeria and How to Fix It: A Practical Guide to Mastering Very Large Government Projects

Two-thirds of very large governmental projects in Nigeria have failed since 1960, with a failure rate higher than mega projects elsewhere. This book provides an authoritative examination of why these projects have failed and practical recommendations for the Nigerian government to improve its project performance. Drawing on data from 38 very large projects, the book presents detailed analysis and case studies of 11 projects and identifies key success drivers that can save hundreds of millions of dollars on one large project alone. This is a game-changer in the management of government mega projects in Nigeria and has implications for other developing economies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 13 May 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Since 1960, a staggering two-thirds of extremely large governmental projects in Nigeria have not only failed but been abandoned mid-course. This failure rate surpasses that of mega projects in other regions, and yet, there is a lack of comprehensive data and analysis to shed light on the underlying reasons behind these catastrophic failures. In response, this book offers an authoritative examination into the root causes of these project failures and provides practical recommendations for the Nigerian government to enhance its project performance.

Drawing on extensive data from 38 very large projects, including 19 completed and 19 abandoned, with a total budget exceeding $25 billion, this book conducts a detailed analysis of these projects and presents in-depth case studies of 11 of these projects. Through this comprehensive research, the authors identify a handful of critical success drivers and argue that even moderate improvements in any of these areas can result in significant cost savings for a single large project.

This book represents a groundbreaking shift in the management of government mega projects in Nigeria. Its findings and insights have far-reaching implications for other developing economies, making it an essential resource for project management practitioners, executives, and civil servants. The book is freely accessible to all, ensuring that knowledge and best practices can be shared widely to improve project outcomes and drive economic development.

Weight: 403g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030964764
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022