NDPHC Appeals to Akwa Ibom State to Resolve Hurdles on 330kV Power Line
NDPHC requests Akwa Ibom State intervention to clear compensation claims blocking a 330‑kV transmission line that has been unfinished for nearly 20 years.
In Brief
- •NDPHC requests Akwa Ibom State intervention to clear compensation claims blocking a 330‑kV transmission line that has been unfinished for nearly 20 years.
- •The line, worth $2.6 million, was awarded in 2006 under Nigeria’s National Integrated Power Projects program; contractor Anit Energy has completed ~90% of work but equipment sits idle due to access issues.
- •Resolving outstanding wayleave claims would cost just under 4 billion naira, according to NDPHC’s valuation.
- •NDPHC aims to commission the line before May 29 2027, the date of Nigeria’s next presidential handover, contingent on community issues being resolved.
Why It Matters
The stalled transmission line represents a significant bottleneck in Nigeria’s effort to expand electricity capacity under the National Integrated Power Projects program. Completing the 330‑kV link would not only feed power into Akwa Ibom’s growing industrial and hospitality sectors but also integrate the state more fully into the national grid, potentially reducing load shedding and supporting economic growth. The project’s timely completion is therefore critical to both regional development and national energy security.
Key Details
- Project Value
- $2.6 million
- Completion Status
- ~90% completed
- Outstanding Compensation Cost
- <4 billion naira
- Target Commission Date
- May 29 2027
- Contractor
- Anit Energy
- Award Year
- 2006
Context & Background
The 330‑kV line was awarded under Nigeria’s National Integrated Power Projects program, a flagship initiative launched to expand the country’s electricity capacity.
What To Watch
Commission of the 330kV line by May 29 2027
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