Micah Jonah
March 16, 2026
The Republic of Togo has indicated plans to increase electricity purchases from Nigeria’s Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to meet rising demand and ensure reliable power for newly connected consumers.
The request was made during a strategic meeting between NDPHC and a delegation from Togo’s national electricity utility, Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET), led by its Director-General, Débo-K’mba Barandao. Currently, Togo imports about 75 megawatt-hours from Nigeria, a partnership that has supported stable electricity delivery and economic activity.
Barandao praised NDPHC for its consistent power supply, said Togo’s growing industrial and commercial electricity needs, alongside government efforts to expand access, make an increased offtake critical. He emphasized that stronger energy trade with Nigeria is part of Togo’s broader strategy to secure reliable, diversified power sources.
In response, NDPHC Managing Director Jennifer Adighije confirmed the company’s readiness to deepen cooperation and support electricity exports. She highlighted that sustainable cross-border arrangements, backed by credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms, are essential to safeguard both parties and ensure long-term energy trade viability.
Both sides described the meeting as productive and reaffirmed their commitment to developing frameworks that will support increased electricity supply from Nigeria to Togo. If implemented, the initiative is expected to strengthen regional energy cooperation, improve electricity access, and boost economic development across West Africa.
