Years of unutilised electricity may soon be a thing of the past as the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) has announced the development of robust strategies aimed at commercializing its stranded power. This significant move promises to not only boost the company’s revenue generation but also usher in an era of improved power supply for Nigerians, according to the company’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Engr Jennifer Adighije.
Engr Adighije, speaking shortly after receiving the prestigious Young Achiever of the Year award at the 2025 Energy Times Awards for her impactful contributions to the power sector, emphasized the concerted efforts between the government and the NDPHC in bolstering power generation. “We have been able to ramp up our generation capacity,” she stated, highlighting the progress made. “And we’ve also come up with strategies that would ensure that we dedicate our stranded electricity to the right off-takers, the right bilateral customers, and the right traders.”
This strategic redirection, Engr Adighije explained, is crucial for unlocking the economic potential of currently idle power. “That would ensure that we commercialise our stranded capacity and enhance the revenue-generating capacity of the company,” she affirmed. This increased revenue could be reinvested into further improving the power infrastructure, creating a positive feedback loop for the entire sector.
For many Nigerians who have long grappled with inconsistent electricity supply, this announcement offers a glimmer of hope. Engr Adighije assured that enhanced operational efficiency across the gas-to-electricity value chain is on the horizon. “Nigerians should expect improved operational efficiency across the gas-to-electricity value chain because we’re hoping that by the time we ramp up our generation and dedicate it to the right industrial and commercial clusters, we will also be able to enhance our operational efficiency,” she elaborated.
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Stranded power, as Engr Adighije clarified, refers to electricity that has been generated but remains unutilized due to various bottlenecks. These limitations can stem from inadequate transmission infrastructure, insufficient market demand, or operational challenges that prevent the generated power from reaching end-users effectively. In Nigeria’s context, despite having a power generation capacity that often falls short of national needs, a significant portion of the generated electricity has historically been lost or unused due to these constraints.
Addressing the complexities within the power sector, Engr Adighije underscored the unique role of the NDPHC. “The mandate is obvious to us, which is to scale generation, transmission, and distribution capacity across the power sector,” she asserted. “We are the only agency, institution, or entity in the power sector with the express mandate to carry out interventions across the entire gas-to-electricity ecosystem. And we’re not losing sight of this.” This clear focus and integrated approach across the entire value chain positions the NDPHC as a key driver in the quest for a more stable and reliable power supply in Nigeria.
While challenges such as the alleged reluctance of distribution companies to take up allocated power due to debt concerns persist, the NDPHC’s proactive strategies to directly engage with viable off-takers and bilateral customers represent a significant step towards overcoming these hurdles. The successful commercialization of stranded power could not only inject much-needed revenue into the power sector but also translate into tangible improvements in the daily lives of Nigerians through a more consistent and dependable electricity supply. The nation will be watching closely as the NDPHC implements these strategies and works towards fulfilling its mandate of transforming Nigeria’s power landscape.
