Utilisation of FACTS Devices in the Nigerian Transmission Grid

In aiding the disposition of electrical power networks towards controlling and increasing its ability to transfer AC power, Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems, FACTS is generally employed. This paper shows results of the study that assess the application of FACTS technologies into the expansion plans of the Transmission Company of Nigeria; as it transfers power through transmission lines to load centres. The load-flow, voltage and economic analysis were carried out and the results obtained to show how utilizing FACTS will give technical and economic advantages.