Togo Seeks to Boost Electricity Imports from Nigeria
Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (C.E.E.T), Togo’s national electricity utility, has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to meet growing domestic demand.
The Managing Director of NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday following discussions with a delegation from the Togolese power utility.
The visiting delegation from C.E.E.T was led by its Director-General, Débo‑K’mba Barandao, who said the visit was aimed at strengthening the existing electricity supply partnership between both organisations.
Barandao noted that C.E.E.T currently imports about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from NDPHC under a bilateral power supply agreement.
According to him, the imported electricity has played a crucial role in supporting stable power supply and sustaining economic activities across Togo.
He said Nigeria’s electricity exports have helped ensure reliable and affordable power for households, businesses and public institutions in the country.
Barandao also commended NDPHC for its consistent supply, noting that the collaboration has enhanced the reliability of Togo’s national grid while strengthening regional energy cooperation.
He explained that electricity demand in Togo has risen sharply due to the addition of new consumers, particularly within industrial and commercial sectors, as well as government efforts to expand electricity access nationwide.
“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.
Barandao added that increased supply from Nigeria would support Togo’s power expansion plans and ensure stable electricity for newly connected consumers across the country.
Responding, Adighije reaffirmed NDPHC’s readiness to deepen cooperation and continue electricity exports to neighbouring countries within the West African region.
She explained that the company operates several power plants under the National Integrated Power Project, which provide the capacity to support increased regional electricity supply.
According to her, the partnership aligns with broader regional efforts under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to promote electricity trade among member states.
Adighije stressed that expanding electricity exports would require bankable and sustainable commercial agreements between both parties.
She noted that credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms would help reduce risks associated with cross-border electricity trade.
“A reliable payment framework will safeguard NDPHC’s interests and enable continued support for regional energy stability through power exports,” she said.
Both sides described the meeting as productive and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening electricity sector cooperation.
They also agreed to maintain engagement toward developing workable frameworks for increased electricity supply from Nigeria to Togo.
Industry observers say the development reflects growing efforts among West African countries to deepen regional electricity trade and address persistent power shortages across the region.
