Togo looks to boost power purchases from neighboring Nigeria

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Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to meet rising domestic demand.

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The Managing Director of Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday following talks with Togo’s national electricity utility.

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The visiting delegation from Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo was led by its Director-General, Débo‑K’mba Barandao, to strengthen existing power supply cooperation.

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Barandao said C.E.E.T currently purchases about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from NDPHC under a bilateral power supply arrangement.

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“The imported electricity has played a significant role in sustaining a stable power supply and economic activities across Togo,” he said.

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According to him, Nigerian electricity imports help maintain reliable, affordable power for households, businesses, and public institutions across the country.

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He commended NDPHC’s consistency, noting that the partnership has improved reliability within Togo’s national grid and strengthened regional energy cooperation.

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Barandao said electricity demand in Togo had surged due to new consumers, especially in industrial and commercial sectors, alongside government efforts to expand national access.

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“In view of this development, C.E.E.T is strongly interested in increasing the volume of electricity it off-takes from NDPHC,” he said.

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He added that additional supply would support power expansion plans and ensure stable electricity for newly connected consumers nationwide.

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Responding, Adighije reaffirmed NDPHC’s readiness to deepen cooperation and sustain electricity exports to neighbouring countries in West Africa.

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She said the company operates multiple plants under the National Integrated Power Project, with the capacity to support increased regional electricity supply.

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According to her, the partnership aligns with wider regional efforts under the Economic Community of West African States to strengthen electricity trade among member states.

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Adighije stressed that expanding electricity exports would require bankable, sustainable commercial arrangements between the parties.

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She noted that credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms would help reduce risks associated with cross-border electricity trade.

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“A reliable payment framework will safeguard NDPHC’s interests and enable continued support for regional energy stability through power exports,” she said.

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Both parties described the meeting as productive and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening electricity sector cooperation.

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They also agreed to sustain engagements aimed at developing workable frameworks for increased electricity supply from Nigeria to Togo.

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Industry observers say the move reflects growing efforts among West African countries to deepen regional electricity trade and address persistent power shortages.

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