The Nigeria Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) and the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration aimed at ensuring that materials, equipment, and engineering installations deployed across Nigeria’s electricity value chain comply with global standards and international best practices.
The renewed commitment was made during a courtesy visit by the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NEMSA and Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation, Olusegun Adesayo, to the Managing Director/CEO of NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, at the company’s headquarters in Abuja.
Urgent Need for Compliance
Speaking during the meeting, Adighije stressed the urgent need for durable, safe, and standard-compliant infrastructure as Nigeria continues to grapple with persistent electricity challenges and a widening infrastructure deficit. She described NDPHC as a strategic institution within the power sector because of its broad mandate covering electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.
According to her, the company remains one of the largest public-sector investors in Nigeria’s power infrastructure, with major investments in transformers, substations, transmission lines, switchyards, and line bay extensions across the country. Adighije noted that these installations are critical national assets that must meet stringent technical and safety standards to ensure efficiency, reliability, and long-term sustainability.
Critical Collaboration
According to her, collaboration with NEMSA has become increasingly vital as the country intensifies efforts to modernise its electricity network and improve power supply to homes, industries, and businesses. She explained that every new project introduced into the power sector must not only align with international best practices but must also be designed and executed to withstand the test of time.
“NEMSA’s regulatory oversight and inspection responsibilities are critical to ensuring quality assurance, operational safety, and technical compliance throughout the electricity industry,” she said.
The NDPHC boss further emphasised that the relationship between both institutions extends beyond routine regulation, noting that there are several operational intersections between NDPHC’s infrastructure development mandate and NEMSA’s enforcement and certification responsibilities.
This partnership is expected to enhance the reliability and safety of Nigeria’s power infrastructure, supporting the country’s economic growth and development goals. Both agencies have pledged to work closely to ensure that all new and existing installations meet the highest standards, reducing the risk of equipment failure and improving overall electricity supply.
