Togo Eyes Increased Power Supply From Nigeria’s NDPHC
Togo Moves to Boost Electricity Supply
THE government of Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria as part of efforts to meet rising domestic demand and support economic growth.
The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday following a high-level meeting with officials from Togo’s national electricity utility.
The visiting delegation was from Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET) and was led by its Director-General, Débo‑K’mba Barandao.
The discussions focused on strengthening existing power supply arrangements between the two countries.
Existing Power Supply Arrangement
Barandao said CEET currently imports about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from NDPHC under an existing bilateral electricity supply agreement.
According to him, the imported electricity has played a crucial role in sustaining power supply across Togo.
“The imported electricity has played a significant role in sustaining stable power supply and economic activities across the country,” he said.
He noted that the electricity imports from Nigeria have helped ensure reliable and affordable energy for households, businesses and public institutions.
Barandao also commended the NDPHC for maintaining consistent electricity supply, noting that the partnership has strengthened the stability of Togo’s national grid.
Rising Electricity Demand
The CEET Director-General explained that electricity demand in Togo has grown significantly in recent years.
He attributed the increase to expanding industrial and commercial activities as well as government efforts to extend electricity access to more communities.
“As new consumers are being connected to the national grid, especially in industrial and commercial sectors, electricity demand has surged,” Barandao said.
He added that the utility is therefore seeking to increase the volume of electricity it imports from Nigeria to support its growing energy needs.
Nigeria Open to Expanded Energy Cooperation
Responding, Adighije reaffirmed NDPHC’s readiness to deepen cooperation with neighbouring countries by sustaining electricity exports.
She explained that the company operates several power generation plants under the National Integrated Power Project, which provides additional generation capacity that could support increased regional supply.
According to her, strengthening cross-border electricity trade aligns with broader regional integration goals within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
Need for Sustainable Commercial Framework
Adighije, however, emphasised that any expansion in electricity exports would require sustainable and bankable commercial arrangements.
She noted that reliable payment structures and credible financial guarantees are critical to reducing risks associated with cross-border electricity supply.
“A reliable payment framework will safeguard NDPHC’s interests and enable continued support for regional energy stability through power exports,” she said.
Strengthening Regional Energy Trade
Both parties described the meeting as productive and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening electricity sector cooperation.
They agreed to continue discussions aimed at developing practical frameworks that would enable increased electricity exports from Nigeria to Togo.
Energy analysts say the move reflects growing efforts among West African countries to expand regional electricity trade as part of broader strategies to address persistent power shortages across the region.
