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FGN Power Company Signs Contract with Elsewedy and Power China for Distribution Lines Rehabilitation and Construction

31st July 2024 – Abuja, Nigeria The Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) continues to progress under the mandate of Mr President to expeditiously deliver improved power supply to industrial clusters, households and businesses. FGN Power Company has successfully received ten (10) power transformers and ten (10) mobile substations from Siemens Energy. These are being deployed at […]

Power Sector Working Group Inaugural Meeting Overview

The inaugural meeting of the Inter-Ministerial Power Sector Working Group, led by the Ministry of Power, aimed to address cross-sector issues crucial for providing reliable and sustainable electricity access in Nigeria. The working group, which includes critical stakeholders from various sectors, is set to meet quarterly. Key Issues Discussed: The meeting concluded with a call […]

Power Africa Coordinator, Chief of NPSP, and MD/CEO of FGNPC visited Apo Transmission Substation

Power Africa Coordinator Richard Nelson, Chief of Party for the Nigeria Power Sector Programme (NPSP) Mr Tunde Gbajumo, and MD/CEO of FGN Power Company (FGNPC) Mr Kenny Anuwe visited the Apo Transmission Substation to inspect the 60 MVA Power Transformer deployed by FGNPC. The main objective of the visit was to engage with the Apo […]

FGNPC Hosts Courtesy Visit from CMEC Group to Strengthen Collaboration in Nigeria’s Power Sector

Last week, the FGN Power Company (FGNPC) had the pleasure of hosting a courtesy visit by the esteemed China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) Group. The delegation was led by Mr Wang Xiaohu, Director of Strategic Development at China Machinery Industry Corporation. This significant visit underscores the ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and development within Nigeria’s […]

FGN Power Company’s Commissioning of Ajah Mobile Substation Marks Milestone in Nigeria’s Power Sector Revitalisation for Phase 1 of Presidential Power Initiative (PPI)

LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA – Today marked a significant chapter in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to enhance its power supply with the commissioning of the 63MVA, 132/33kV Ajah Mobile Substation, a crucial element of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). The ceremony, held at the Ajah Transmission Substation in Lagos State, evidenced improvements in transmission capacity and reliability […]

Hon. Minister of Power Commissions Five Projects Under Phase I of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI).

27th February 2024 The Honourable Minister of Power Commissions Five State Projects Under the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). These states, includes Okene in Kogi State, Amukpe in Delta State, Potiskum in Yobe State, Apo in Abuja, and Ihovbor in Edo State, collectively mark a leap forward in the nation’s quest for energy sufficiency. Under the […]

Distribution/ Transmission Workstream Workshop

FGNPC collaborates with AFC, Siemens Energy, and TCN in a workshop dedicated to addressing the transmission workstream of the PPI, aligning with the accelerated agreement signed at Cop28. On Day 2, the workshop shifts focus to the distribution workstream of the PPI. The meeting gathers all EPCs involved to align on implementation arrangements, ensuring the […]

Ministerial Retreat: Integrated National Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan (INEP-SIP)

The Federal Ministry of Power convened a pivotal 3-day ministerial retreat from December 12th to 14th, centered around the theme of the Integrated National Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan (INEP-SIP): Navigating and Aligning on the Path to Enhanced Electricity Reliability. This retreat marks a crucial inaugural step towards the establishment of the INEP-SIP, mandated […]

FGNPC and NAPTIN Forge Strategic Alliance to Accelerate PPI Implementation and Empower Nigerian Engineers

ABUJA Nigeria– FGN Power Company (FGNPC), Siemens A.G, and Siemens Energy proudly announced the signing of an acceleration agreement aimed at expediting the implementation of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). This landmark collaboration underscores a commitment to fostering sustainable energy development in Nigeria. Under the agreement, the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) will […]

Accelerated Agreement Signing at COP28

President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz joined forces in Dubai to witness the signing of a pivotal agreement to accelerate the implementation of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) to enhance electricity supply in Nigeria. The agreement, sealed at the COP28 climate summit, outlines a comprehensive modernization and expansion plan for the transmission, distribution […]

Bilateral Talks between Nigerian and German Officials Propel the Acceleration of the PPI and Strengthen Focus on Improving Transmission Network

BERLIN, Germany– In a significant breakthrough, discussions between Vice Chancellor, Robert Habeck, and key representatives from Nigeria have paved the way for the accelerated implementation of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI). The Nigerian delegation, comprising Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, […]

FG Signs $463 Million agreement for distribution lines upgrade with Chinese consortium

To enhance the availability of electricity to homes and businesses nationwide, the Federal Government of Nigeria, represented by the Ministry of Power, has signed $463 million distribution lines upgrade contract with a Chinese consortium. The contract to be financed by the China Exim Bank has both off-shore and significant on-shore content. In a statement by […]

Siemens power deal phase one reaches 80% completion- FGN Power Company

Phase one of the Siemens power deal under the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) is 80% complete according to the FGN Power Company. The pilot project which is described as a quick-win intervention strategy, aims to address immediate constraints in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). The successful implementation of projects under Phase 1 is expected […]

Arrival of PPI’s Mobile Substation

The Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) project for Phase 1 is underway and has recorded notable successes. The Pilot Project is a quick-win intervention strategy which will unlock immediate constraints in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) through the deployment of Ten (10) Power Transformers and Ten (10) Mobile Substations across the country. The Mobile Substation, […]

Apo Transformer Energization

FGN Power Company has completed the installation and energization of the 60MVA, 132/33kV power transformer at Apo Transmission Substation. The newly installed Apo transformer has replaced the 45 MVA 132/33 kV transformer that is no longer in service. This replacement will ensure steady and dependable supply at the transmission level to approximately 5,000 households and […]

PTI Stakeholder Workshop: A Year in Review

FGN Power Company is holding a 3-day workshop on April 25th- 27th, 2023, for the Power Training Institute (PTI) workstream under the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) in collaboration with our implementation partners Siemens AG and Siemens Energy. The PTI is intended to train engineers and build capacity in power system simulation, network studies, and system […]

Ongoing installation at Apo Transmission Substation

The FGN Power Company Managing Director, Mr. Kenny Anuwe accompanied by the Chief Technical Officer, Engr Idowu Oyebanjo visited Apo Transmission Substation to inspect and engage the installation team for updates on the ongoing installation of the 60MVA Power Transformer at Apo Transmission Substation under Phase 1-A of the Presidential Power Initiative( PPI).

Apo Transmission Substation Site Inspection

The Honorable Minister of Power, Engr.Abubakar D. Aliyu accompanied by the MD/CEO, of FGN Power Company, Mr. Kenny Anuwe, inspecting the ongoing installation of the PPI’s 60 MVA 132/33 kV Power Transformer at Apo, Transmission Substation, Abuja under phase 1 of the Presidential Power Initiative. The PPI’s 60 MVA 132/33kV at the Apo Transmission Substation […]

Electricity: We’ll commission power transformers delivered by Siemens in November, says Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari said he would commission the two power transformers delivered by Siemens in November. This came as he restated the commitment of his government to the partnership with Siemens and the German Government to improve electricity generation in the country. Buhari made these commitments while receiving the officials of Siemens Energy AG at […]

FG Set To Inaugurate Nigeria-Siemens Power Deal Equipment

Nigeria is set to witness improved power supply with installation and inauguration of the first set of power equipment procured under the Presidential Power Initiative (IPP), through the Nigeria-Siemens power deal. Gatekeepers News reports that the Federal Government hinted that the inauguration would begin in the next two or three weeks. Chief Executive Officer, Federal […]

FG restates target of 7,000 megawatts by 2024

By Benjamin Alade Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, FGN Power Company, Kenny Anuwe has said the Federal Government is committed to increasing Nigeria’s current capacity of electricity generation from 5, 000 megawatts to 7,000 megawatts by 2024. Anuwe said this is part of Presidential Power Initiative (PPI), a programme of the Federal Government that was set […]

Arrival of FGN Power Company – PPI mega power transformers to deliver 96MW to consumers

By Udeme Akpan, Energy Editor The arrival of FGN Power Company-Presidential Power Initiative, PPI, mega power transformers in Nigeria would deliver additional 96 megawatts, MW to consumers.ADVERTISING The transformers, manufactured by Siemens Energy arrived the Lagos Port about a week ago, under the PPI, which aims at increasing Nigeria’s supply to 7,000MW, 11,000MW and 25,000MW […]

Nigeria/Siemens power deal: Power Minister visits Germany to fast track delivery of mobile substations, transformers

The Federal Government has met with the management of Siemens Energy in Germany to fast track the delivery of the mobile substations and transformers ordered through the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) to improve and stabilize electricity across the country. The Minister of Power, Engr Abubakar Aliyu, on Tuesday met with the Dr Christian Bruch, President/CEO […]

FG, Siemens target 2,000MW under Presidential Power Initiative

By Guardian Nigeria The Federal Government and Siemens Energy have taken steps toward the realisation of 2,000 megawatts under the Phase 1 of the Presidential Power Initiative, PPI. The Minister of Power, Abubakar Aliyu had engaged Siemens’ Executive Management and Chief Executive Officer, FGN Power Company, Christian Bruche, to expedite actions on the production of […]

Federal Government Takes Powering Nigeria to the Next Level with the Presidential Power Initiative in Collaboration with Siemens Energy

ABUJA, Nigeria – In December 2021, the Honourable Minister of Finance and Board Chair, FGN Power Company, Mrs. (Dr) Zainab Shamsuna. Ahmed and Honourable Minister of Power, Engr. Abubakar Aliyu presented a memo to the Federal Executive Council (FEC) requesting approval for the procurement of Ten (10) Power Transformers and Ten (10) Mobile Substations under […]

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