The Federal Government, through the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), has successfully restored 450 megawatts (MW) of electricity generation to Nigeria’s national grid following the completion of scheduled maintenance works at the Geregu National Integrated Power Project (NIPP) in Kogi State.
The restoration is part of a broader strategic initiative to enhance the operational efficiency and reliability of the nation’s power infrastructure.
According to a statement by Emmanuel Ojor, Head of Corporate Communications at NDPHC, the restoration followed a four-week extended minor inspection conducted by Siemens Energy.
The inspection aimed to improve the performance and extend the Equivalent Operating Hours of the plant, reinforcing one of the country’s most strategic generation assets.
Managing Director/CEO Jennifer Adighije highlighted that the Geregu recovery represents a critical milestone in the NDPHC power fleet revamp, targeting previously dormant gas turbines across the company’s portfolio.
Enhancing Nigeria’s Power Infrastructure Through NDPHC Power Fleet Revamp
Adighije explained that six gas turbines that had been idle across various NIPP plants—including GT4 at Calabar, GT1 at Omotosho II, GT1 and GT2 at Benin, GT4 at Sapele, and GT3 and GT4 at Alaoji—have been restored within the past 12 months.
These recovered turbines collectively add about 875MW to the NDPHC’s mechanically available capacity, marking one of the largest single-year recoveries in recent times.
“The NDPHC power fleet revamp has enabled us to bring previously dormant units back online, thereby contributing significantly to national generation capacity,” Adighije said.
“The focus is on operational reliability, efficiency, and long-term sustainability of power supply across Nigeria.”
The recovery of these turbines complements ongoing efforts to restore other dormant national assets, including the 225MW Gbarain NIPP plant in Bayelsa State, which has been out of service since 2020.
The rehabilitation of Gbarain is seen as a key component of NDPHC’s commercialisation plans, intended to provide stable electricity to industrial and commercial hubs in the Niger Delta.
Strategic Milestones Achieved in NDPHC Power Fleet Revamp
Despite ongoing challenges such as gas supply constraints, liquidity pressures, and grid instability, NDPHC has achieved several operational and financial milestones under the NDPHC power fleet revamp program.
Among these are:
Recovery of 110 containers loaded with turbine parts and Heat Recovery Steam Generator components abandoned at Onne Port for over nine years.
Launch of the Light Up Nigeria initiative, targeting stable electricity provision for the Agbara Industrial Estate.
Development of a 10MW embedded solar plant for a Kano industrial zone.
Completion of key transmission and distribution projects in Borno and Delta States, including the Afam–Ikot Ekpene 330kV double-circuit line.
Recovery of over $10 million from legacy bilateral customers and $15 million from insurance claims following the Alaoji power plant fire.
Furthermore, NDPHC is collaborating with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to recover investments in the Transmission Company of Nigeria’s infrastructure and has resolved longstanding commercial disputes with ACCUGAS, resulting in amendments to gas supply agreements that reduce government exposure.
NDPHC Power Fleet Revamp Boosts Accountability and Staff Welfare
In addition to infrastructure improvements, NDPHC has implemented internal reforms to strengthen accountability, streamline procurement, and enhance staff welfare.
These initiatives include:
Introduction of a procurement benchmarking desk for transparent and efficient processes.
Implementation of computer-based testing for employee performance evaluation.
Provision of management support allowances to mitigate the impact of fuel subsidy removal.
Adighije emphasised that the NDPHC power fleet revamp reflects the company’s long-term mandate to stabilise operations, restore dormant capacity, and facilitate universal access to reliable electricity for both households and businesses nationwide.
Nigeria’s Sustainable Electricity Future
The recent successes in NDPHC’s restoration drive signal a decisive step toward achieving a more reliable electricity supply chain in Nigeria.
With continued investment, stakeholder engagement, and operational oversight, the NDPHC power fleet revamp is expected to support industrialisation, boost commercial activities, and reduce power outages, ultimately enhancing national economic growth.
Established in 2005 to accelerate power infrastructure development, NDPHC remains at the forefront of Nigeria’s efforts to modernise and expand its electricity generation capacity.
The current revival drive is among the most ambitious undertaken by the company since its inception, positioning Nigeria for a more resilient and sustainable energy future.
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