The Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria’s Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) as part of efforts to meet rising energy demand.
The plan was discussed during a strategic meeting between the management of NDPHC and a delegation from Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET), the national electricity utility of Togo.
The delegation was led by the Director-General of the organisation, Débo-K’mba Barandao, who visited Nigeria to strengthen existing cooperation and explore opportunities for expanding cross-border electricity trade.
During the meeting, Barandao praised NDPHC for its consistent electricity supply, noting that the partnership has significantly improved power reliability within Togo’s national grid.
He described the collaboration as mutually beneficial and said it has helped strengthen regional energy cooperation in West Africa.
The CEET boss also revealed that electricity demand in Togo is rising due to the addition of new customers, including industrial and commercial users.
Togo Currently Imports 75 MWh From Nigeria
According to the statement, CEET currently purchases about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from NDPHC under a bilateral arrangement.
The imported electricity supports stable and affordable power supply for households, businesses, and public institutions in the country.
Officials say the arrangement has helped the West African nation maintain steady electricity delivery while supporting economic activities.
Rising Demand Drives Push For More Power
Togo’s growing electricity demand is partly driven by government efforts to expand electricity access across the country.
With more industries and businesses connecting to the national grid, CEET says additional electricity imports from Nigeria will help ensure reliable power supply for newly connected consumers.
The utility company noted that strengthening energy trade with Nigeria remains a key strategy for diversifying its power sources.
NDPHC Ready To Expand Regional Electricity Supply
Responding to the request, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to deepening cooperation with CEET.
She noted that NDPHC operates several power plants across Nigeria under the National Integrated Power Project and has the capacity to support electricity exports to neighbouring countries.
Adighije said the partnership aligns with broader initiatives aimed at improving electricity trade among member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Need For Strong Financial Guarantees
While expressing readiness to increase electricity exports, Adighije emphasised the need for bankable commercial agreements to guide future transactions.
She explained that credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms would reduce the risk of payment delays often associated with cross-border electricity supply.
According to her, a reliable payment framework would protect NDPHC’s commercial interests and ensure the long-term sustainability of the partnership.
Commitment To Strengthen Regional Energy Cooperation
Both organisations described the meeting as productive and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening collaboration in the electricity sector.
They also agreed to continue discussions aimed at developing workable frameworks that will support increased electricity exports from Nigeria to Togo.
