Niger Delta Power Holding Company projected improved electricity supply for Africa’s most populous nation, citing government reforms and cross-sector collaboration as key drivers for the power sector’s transformation.
Jennifer Adighije, managing director of NDPHC, said in a New Year address that Nigerians would “soon begin to enjoy more efficient and dependable electricity supply” under President Bola Tinubu’s economic renewal program. The statement comes as the country grapples with chronic power shortages that have constrained industrial output and economic growth.
“This New Year, I urge every Nigerian to remain hopeful and united,” Adighije said. “When we support the President’s vision for a revitalised power sector, we are investing in our shared future.”
The power executive emphasised that achieving reliable electricity requires coordination among government agencies, private sector participants, local communities, and consumers. NDPHC, established in 2004 to develop power infrastructure in Nigeria’s oil-rich southern region, operates several thermal and hydroelectric plants contributing to the national grid.
Nigeria’s electricity sector has struggled with inadequate generation capacity, transmission constraints, and distribution inefficiencies. The country of over 200 million people generates roughly 4,000 to 5,000 megawatts on average, far below demand estimates of 30,000 megawatts or more.
Adighije’s comments align with the Tinubu administration’s stated priorities for power sector reform, including attracting private investment and improving regulatory frameworks. The government has taken steps to liberalise the sector since assuming office in May 2023.
NDPHC described efficient power generation as “a cornerstone in the broader national effort to strengthen the electricity value chain,” which encompasses generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure.
The company did not provide specific timelines or investment figures for anticipated improvements.
