Togo seeks increased electricity imports from Nigeria as talks with NDPHC focus on expanding regional power supply and meeting rising demand

The Government of Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to meet rising domestic demand, the Managing Director of the company, Jennifer Adighije, said on Sunday.

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Adighije disclosed this after discussions with officials of Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo, the West African nation’s state electricity utility.

The delegation was led by its Director-General, Débo‑K’mba Barandao, as part of efforts to strengthen an existing bilateral power supply partnership.

Barandao said the utility currently purchases about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from NDPHC under the arrangement.

The supply, he noted, has played a significant role in sustaining stable electricity and supporting economic activities across the country.

“The imported electricity has played a significant role in sustaining stable power supply and economic activities across Togo,” Barandao said, adding that Nigerian electricity imports help maintain reliable and affordable power for households, businesses, and public institutions.

He commended the consistency of supply from the Nigerian power company, noting that the partnership has strengthened reliability within Togo’s national grid while reinforcing regional energy cooperation.

Barandao said electricity demand in Togo has surged as new consumers, particularly in the industrial and commercial sectors, connect to the grid amid government efforts to expand nationwide access.

“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, explaining that additional supply would support the country’s expansion plans and help ensure stable power for newly connected consumers.

Responding, Adighije reaffirmed the readiness of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to deepen cooperation and sustain electricity exports across West Africa.

She noted that the company operates several power plants under the National Integrated Power Project, with capacity to support expanded regional electricity supply.

Adighije said the partnership also aligns with broader regional objectives under the Economic Community of West African States to strengthen cross-border electricity trade among member states.

However, she emphasised that expanding exports would require reliable commercial structures and bankable agreements between both parties.

“A reliable payment framework will safeguard NDPHC’s interests and enable continued support for regional energy stability through power exports,” Adighije said, adding that credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms would help reduce risks linked to cross-border electricity trade.

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

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

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Industry observers say the development reflects a growing push among West African countries to deepen regional electricity trade as governments search for practical solutions to persistent power shortages.