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In a significant move towards bolstering Nigeria’s power infrastructure, the Federal Government Inks Power operating through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), has recently sealed a Power Purchase Agreement with prominent utility companies. The agreement aims to facilitate the distribution of a substantial 250MW of electricity across the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The revelation came to light through a document sourced from NDPHC, Federal Government Inks Power underscoring that these power sale transactions were initiated as part of the ongoing ‘Light Up Nigeria’ program, spearheaded by Vice President Shettima. Discos enlisted as offtakers in this transformative initiative encompass Eko Electricity Distribution Plc, Compagnie d\u2019Energie Electrique du Togo, Sunflag Steel Industries Limited in Lagos, Wewood Limited in Omotosho, Ondo State, and APLE Electric Limited, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The overarching objective of the ‘Light Up Nigeria’ program is to capitalize on the existing power generation capacity while fostering further development in the sector. Notably, NDPHC emphasized that the funding for these power generation projects was secured from the Excess Crude Account, meticulously appropriated by the Federal Government and the States between 2005 and 2009, resulting in an installed capacity of 4000MW.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, despite these commendable strides, NDPHC lamented operational hindrances caused by systemic challenges, notably transmission constraints and impediments in gas supply and transportation. The company’s 10 power plants, with Calabar being the sole facility enjoying full gas supply, face an uphill battle due to a multitude of issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chief among these challenges are the constraints in transmitting the generated power up to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)-allocated evacuation capacity of 975MW. The western axis plants, requiring approximately 150MMSCF\/day to meet TCN-allocated evacuation capacity, grapple with low gas pressure on NGIC gas pipelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In a candid acknowledgment, NDPHC disclosed that resolving these challenges necessitates substantial investments. The document further highlighted that private capital mobilization is urgently required, as the government alone cannot surmount the obstacles. The company’s operations have also been significantly hampered by a substantial debt burden, primarily stemming from government agencies, amounting to about N190bn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Nigeria strives to fortify its power sector and overcome operational hurdles, the call for urgent private capital infusion underscores the need for collaborative efforts in steering the nation towards a more electrified and sustainable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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