Togo Seeks Increased Electricity Imports from Nigeria to Boost Supply
Koko Maxwella 
ABUJA, Nigeria – Togo is seeking to increase electricity imports from Nigeria as rising energy demand strains the country’s domestic power capacity.
The request emerged during talks between the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) and Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET).
NDPHC Managing Director Jennifer Adighije confirms the discussions in a statement released on Sunday.
Currently, CEET imports about 75 megawatt-hours of electricity from Nigeria under an existing bilateral power supply arrangement.
CEET Director-General Débo-K’mba Barandao says the imported electricity plays a critical role in maintaining stable supply across the country.
“The imported electricity has played a significant role in sustaining stable power supply and economic activities across Togo,” he says.
Barandao adds that energy demand in Togo is rising rapidly as new consumers join the national grid, particularly within the industrial and commercial sectors.
“In view of this development, CEET is strongly interested in increasing the volume of electricity it off-takes from NDPHC,” he says.
Responding, Adighije says the Nigerian power company is ready to deepen cooperation but stresses the importance of sustainable commercial agreements and reliable payment frameworks.
She notes that NDPHC operates several plants under Nigeria’s National Integrated Power Project, providing capacity to support regional electricity trade.
The discussions reflect broader efforts by West African countries to strengthen cross-border electricity supply and address persistent energy shortages.
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