The Enugu State Government has issued a license to a private power company to generate 5 megawatts of electricity, in a major move toward energy independence.
The formal handover of the license took place at the Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission headquarters in the state capital.
On the 7th of September, 2024, Governor Peter Mbah made a bold step by signing into law a bill passed by the Enugu State House of Assembly—one that localizes and regulates electricity operations within the state.
Not stopping there, the government quickly set up specialized agencies to oversee power generation, transmission, and distribution under the new framework.
Enugu proudly holds the title of being the first state in Nigeria to domesticate the new electricity act shortly after it was approved at the federal level in 2024. And since then, it’s been recording real, measurable progress in building a stronger, more efficient power value chain.
At the official license presentation to the private power investor, state officials reiterated the main reason behind deregulating the electricity sector—empowering local solutions and attracting smart investments.
MD/CEO EERC, Chijioke Okonkwo said “We’re building a power system that works for the people—by the people. And we’re calling on more investors to make Enugu their destination for clean, reliable energy.”
The investor behind the project is set to deliver a 5-megawatt gas-fired power plant to serve a large estate and, eventually, surrounding neighborhoods. He says the plan is simple: generate clean power, distribute it efficiently, and expand access as demand grows.
MD/CEO TEMPO POWER LTD, Collins Calibare said “We believe this is the right time and the right place to invest in energy. Our mission is to support Enugu’s growth through sustainable power delivery.”
The Managing Director of EERC didn’t mince words about the opportunities Enugu offers to investors—from ease of doing business to government-backed policy support.
The newly issued license grants the company authority to build and operate a 5-megawatt gas-powered plant, primarily for residential use, but with future provisions to scale up and extend power to neighbouring areas.
It’s a strong signal that Enugu is serious about powering its future—one megawatt at a time.
