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Project Overview
Mambilla Power project is a 3.05GW hydroelectric facility being developed on the Dongo River near Baruf, in Kakara Village of Taraba State, Nigeria. The project is being undertaken by Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Power and is expected to go into full commercial operation in 2030. When completed Mambilla will be Nigeria's biggest power plant, producing approximately 5.457 billion kWh of electricity a year.
Key Objectives
To increase electricity access of the country; stimulate economic growth development and enhancement of living standards of millions of Nigerians and neighbouring countries, in particular increase power export to Niger, Togo, Benin and Chad. Increase Nigeria's current electricity generation by 30% and the country's baseload electricity generation capacity, hence improving grid stability.
Strategic Importance
Strategic project for Nigeria's energy security and regional power export capabilities. The project will provide substantial baseload capacity to support industrial growth.
Technical Specifications
Technology: Hydroelectric facility with pumped storage capability to improve system flexibility.
Capacity: 3.05 GW installed capacity, 5.457 billion kWh annual generation
Financing Structure
The project is expected to be financed through a combination of public funding and commercial loans, with potential for private sector participation.
Market Analysis
Nigeria faces significant electricity supply shortages, with demand growth projected at 7-8% annually.
Investment Opportunities
The project is estimated to cost USD 5.8 billion and will generate up to 50,000 local jobs during the construction phase. A key action being worked upon is to streamline the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project (MHEPP) procurement process in favor of women owned SMEs.
Key Stakeholders
Sponsor: Federal Ministry of Power, Nigeria
Partners: Ministry of Power, Federal Republic of Nigeria; Transmission Company of Nigeria
For More Information, Contact:
Christelle Onana
christellen@auda-nepad.org
Bernard Brian Cudjoe
bernardc@auda-nepad.org
www.au-pida.org