An Analysis of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Adoption for Household Cooking in Nigeria
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Walden University College of Social and Behavioral Sciences This is to certify that the doctoral dissertation by Saheed Lasisi has been found to be complete and satisfactory in all respects, and that any and all revisions required by the review committee have been made. Review Committee Dr. Mary Bruce, Committee Chairperson, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. Mi Young Lee, Committee Member, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Dr. Augusto Ferreros, University Reviewer, Public Policy and Administration Faculty Chief Academic Officer and Provost Sue Subocz, Ph.D. Walden University 2021 Abstract An Analysis of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Adoption for Household Cooking in Nigeria by Saheed Lasisi MBA, Ahmadu Bello University, 2009 BSC, University of Lagos, 1990 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration—Management and Leadership Walden University May 2021 Abstract The Nigerian government established a domestic liquefied petroleum gas penetration program (DLPGPP) to support Nigerian households that still use traditional fuels, which are inefficient and hazardous for users while polluting and degrading the environment. Little is known about the relationships that exist among liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) accessibility, LPG affordability, and LPG adoption to guide DLPGPP implementation. Narrowing this gap was the purpose of this study using the general framework of consumer theory. The study's research questions addressed the effects of LPG affordability and LPG accessibility on LPG adoption for cooking in Nigeria’s households. A cross-sectional, correlational survey was employed to analyze responses to a structured questionnaire received from 544 participants selected through stratified random sampling across the rural, suburban, and urban areas of the Federal Capital City. The relationships were tested using Pearson’s correlational analysis, and binomial logistic regression models were fitted to test whether LPG affordability and LPG accessibility predicted LPG adoption for cooking in Nigeria’s households. The results showed that a significant relationship exists among LPG affordability, LPG accessibility, and LPG adoption. Additionally, LPG affordability predicted LPG adoption, and LPG accessibility also predicted LPG adoption. This study has implications for positive social change, in that addressing LPG affordability and LPG accessibility for Nigerian households is critical to the success of the DLPGPP. An Analysis of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Adoption for Household Cooking in Nigeria by Saheed Lasisi MBA, Ahmadu Bello University, 2009 BSC, University of Lagos, 1990 Dissertation Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Public Policy and Administration—Management and Leadership Walden University May 2021 Dedication Alhamdulilah. I dedicate this work to my late maternal grandmother, Alhaja Simbiat Aroyewun (Nee Salami), and my late paternal grandmother, Alhaja Wulemotu Ashabi Jose (Nee Mustapha). In turn, both grandmothers took care of me when I was a child, and without them, I might not have lived to adulthood. I would also dedicate this work to my late father, Dr. Shamusideen Iyanda Lasisi, who encouraged me and did all he could to ensure that I received a good education. Acknowledgments I like to thank my wife, Mrs. Kuburat Lasisi, who inspired, motivated, supported, and prayed for me through the years of my doctoral journey. I thank my children, Dr. Shafiat Lasisi-Salau, Dr. Shakirudeen Lasisi, Miss Shakirat Lasisi, and Miss Saidat Lasisi, for their understanding and support throughout this study. I like to thank my Dissertation Chair, Dr. Mary D. Bruce, for her mentorship, steadfast support, and guidance through the dissertation process. I would also like to thank my Committee Member, Dr. Miyoung Lee, for her quantitative methodology input and guidance. I appreciate my University Research Reviewer for the swift reviews of my dissertation throughout the process. I also would like to acknowledge Yoshihiko Yoshimine and Megan Herrley, my Student Success Advisors' for their support. I wish to thank Carey Little Brown, who helped to edit the draft of this dissertation. I appreciate Mr. I. M. Suleiman of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources and Walden University alumni Dr. Mike Mba and Dr. Dije Watse for their support during the research. I would also like to thank Mr. Simon Harry and Mr. Azeez Mustapha of the National Bureau of Statistics for their help during this study's data collection. Table of Contents List of Tables .......................................................................................................................v List of Figures ................................................................................................................... vii Chapter 1: Introduction to the Study ....................................................................................1 Background ....................................................................................................................2 Problem Statement .........................................................................................................6 Purpose ...........................................................................................................................8 Research Questions ........................................................................................................9 Theoretical Framework ................................................................................................11 Nature of the Study ......................................................................................................12 Definitions....................................................................................................................13 Assumptions .................................................................................................................14 Scope and Delimitations ..............................................................................................15 Limitations ...................................................................................................................16 Significance..................................................................................................................16 Summary ......................................................................................................................16 Chapter 2: Literature Review .............................................................................................18 Introduction ..................................................................................................................18 Literature Search Strategy............................................................................................19 Theoretical Foundation of Energy Transitions ............................................................22 Consumer Theory.................................................................................................. 23 Transition Management Approaches to Energy Policymaking ............................ 29 i Nigeria’s Energy Poverty and Household Cooking Fuels ...........................................32 The Determinants of Household Choice of Cooking Fuel and Energy Transition .........................................................................................................35 The Importance of Fuel Transition Attributes ...................................................... 39 Policy Frameworks for Rapid Transition of Household Cooking Fuel From Traditional to Modern Fuels ............................................................................40 Indonesia ............................................................................................................... 41 Brazil ................................................................................................................... 42 India ................................................................................................................... 42 World Economic Forum ....................................................................................... 44 Nigeria................................................................................................................... 45 Assessing Household Fuel Transition Using the General Framework of Consumer Economic Theory and the Energy Ladder Model ..........................47 Summary and Conclusions ..........................................................................................50 Chapter 3: Research Method ..............................................................................................52 Introduction