Togo Seeks Increased Electricity Imports from Nigeria

Togo has expressed strong interest in significantly increasing its electricity imports from Nigeria through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to meet its surging domestic demand. The Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET), Togo's national electricity utility, currently purchases about 75 megawatt-hours from NDPHC, which has been crucial for sustaining stable power supply and economic activities in Togo. The increased demand is driven by new industrial and commercial consumers, alongside government efforts to expand national electricity access. Jennifer Adighije, NDPHC's Managing Director, reaffirmed the company's readiness to deepen cooperation and leverage its National Integrated Power Project capacity to support regional electricity supply. However, she emphasized the critical need for bankable and sustainable commercial arrangements, including credible financial guarantees and structured payment mechanisms, to mitigate payment risks associated with cross-border electricity trade and safeguard NDPHC's commercial interests. This collaboration aligns with broader regional efforts under the ECOWAS (ECOWAS) to strengthen electricity trade among member states.