Togo has expressed interest in increasing electricity imports from Nigeria through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to meet rising domestic power demand.
The country’s national electricity utility, Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (C.E.E.T), currently purchases about 75 megawatt hours of electricity from NDPHC under a bilateral power supply arrangement.
The Director General of C.E.E.T, Débo K’mba Barandao, stated that the imported electricity has played a crucial role in sustaining a stable power supply and supporting economic activities across Togo.
He noted that electricity imports from Nigeria have helped maintain reliable and affordable power for households, businesses, and public institutions, while also strengthening the stability of Togo’s national grid.
The surge in electricity demand in Togo is attributed to government efforts aimed at expanding electricity access nationwide, particularly within the industrial and commercial sectors.
Barandao expressed C.E.E.T’s strong interest in increasing the volume of electricity it off-takes from NDPHC, citing the need for additional power supply to support Togo’s expansion plans and ensure stable electricity for newly connected consumers.
NDPHC’s Managing Director, Jennifer Adighije, reaffirmed the company’s willingness to deepen energy cooperation and continue supplying electricity to neighboring countries across West Africa.
She noted that NDPHC operates several power plants under the National Integrated Power Project, providing the capacity to support increased electricity exports within the region.
The collaboration aligns with broader regional initiatives under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) aimed at strengthening electricity trade among member states.
Adighije stressed that any expansion of electricity exports would require bankable and sustainable commercial agreements between the parties, including credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms to reduce risks associated with cross-border electricity trade.
Togo, Niger, and Benin currently owe Nigeria $17.8 million for electricity supplied under bilateral arrangements, highlighting the need for reliable payment frameworks to safeguard NDPHC’s interests and enable continued support for regional energy stability.
