Nigeria has expressed readiness to increase electricity exports to Togo, responding to rising energy demand across West Africa, officials said. The discussions took place on March 12, 2026, between the Compagnie Energie Electrique du Togo (CEET) and the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), which currently supplies around 75 megawatts (MW) to Togo under an existing bilateral agreement.
Representatives of NDPHC indicated that the company is prepared to expand power delivery to Togo, provided commercial and operational arrangements are strengthened. “We are open to scaling up our exports to support Togo’s growing electricity needs, particularly in industrial and commercial sectors, but any increase must be backed by robust financial guarantees and reliable payment mechanisms,” an NDPHC spokesperson said.
Togo is facing growing pressure on its national grid, driven by increasing electricity consumption in urban and industrial areas. Recent service disruptions have highlighted the limitations of existing domestic generation capacity, prompting authorities to seek additional imports to stabilize supply. Expanding imports from Nigeria would help alleviate short-term capacity gaps while Togo continues to develop its own generation infrastructure.
The proposed increase in electricity exports is part of a broader trend in West Africa, where cross-border power trade is emerging as a key tool to improve energy access and reliability. Regional cooperation allows countries with surplus generation capacity to support neighbors facing deficits, reducing power shortages, enhancing industrial productivity, and supporting economic growth.
Officials noted that any expanded electricity trade will require careful planning to ensure sustainability. This includes structuring contracts with clear pricing, payment guarantees, and mechanisms to manage grid reliability. Both sides emphasized that mutual benefits depend on sound commercial arrangements, secure payments, and consistent supply.
For Nigeria, exporting electricity to Togo also aligns with broader goals of strengthening regional energy integration under initiatives led by the West African Power Pool (WAPP). Such cross-border energy projects aim to optimize available resources, encourage private sector investment, and reduce power deficits across member states. Expanding exports to Togo would also generate additional revenue for Nigerian power producers and enhance the operational efficiency of underutilized generating capacity.
Despite the potential benefits, experts caution that long-term solutions for Togo will depend on domestic investment in generation, transmission, and distribution. Imports can provide temporary relief, but sustainable energy security requires the expansion of local capacity, grid modernization, and deployment of renewable energy sources to meet rising demand.
NDPHC and CEET agreed to continue technical and commercial discussions to outline the framework for increased electricity supply. This includes determining the precise volume of power to be exported, setting tariffs, establishing financial guarantees, and ensuring regulatory alignment between the two countries.
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Togo’s government has welcomed the talks, recognizing the importance of securing a stable electricity supply to support industrialization, commercial activity, and residential demand. Expanded electricity imports from Nigeria, combined with domestic generation expansion, are expected to help Togo meet energy needs over the medium term.
As West African countries increasingly integrate their power systems, Nigeria’s willingness to export more electricity underscores the role of regional collaboration in addressing energy deficits. With careful planning and solid commercial frameworks, the initiative could serve as a model for cross-border power trade that enhances energy security, promotes economic growth, and strengthens regional cooperation.
