NIRR-1
NIRR-1 is an operational research reactor located at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, managed by the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT). Based on a Chinese MNSR design, it is significant for supporting neutron activation analysis and training in nuclear science. It has been ope
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NIRR-1
Status: OPERATIONAL Category: RESEARCH Country: Nigeria Nigeria Operator: centre-for-energy-research-and-training--cert---abu Type: MNSR MNSR Capacity: 0.03 MWth (thermal only)
Overview
NIRR-1 is an operational research reactor located at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, Nigeria, managed by the Centre for Energy Research and Training (CERT). Based on a Chinese MNSR design, it is significant for supporting neutron activation analysis and training in nuclear science. It has been operational for research purposes, though specific commissioning dates are not widely documented.
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Chinese MNSR design at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. 30 kWth.
Source: IAEA PRIS / reactors_canonical · Enriched by Grok Last updated: 2026-05-10
Sources
- IAEA PRIS - NIRR-1 [UNVERIFIED] — Official record of NIRR-1 in the IAEA Power Reactor Information System.
- World Nuclear Association - Nigeria Profile [UNVERIFIED] — Overview of nuclear activities in Nigeria, including research reactors like NIRR-1.
- World Nuclear News - Nigeria's Research Reactor [UNVERIFIED] — Article marking operational milestones of NIRR-1.
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