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Olugbemi. Adeyinka Ogunleye
1 week ago
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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday inaugurated the 180MW Afam II Power Plant located in Oyigbo, Rivers State.
The plant was completed by Africa’s largest private power business, Sahara Power Group, in partnership with Crescendough Nigeria Limited—reinforcing the critical role of private-sector collaboration in driving sustainable energy solutions in the country.
Sahara Power Group, a subsidiary of the global energy and infrastructure conglomerate Sahara Group, and Crescendough Nigeria Limited completed the project, which was conceived, managed, and delivered in 16 months—using predominantly Nigerian expertise.
Tinubu, who inaugurated the plant virtually from Abuja, described the project as an important addition to the national grid and the country’s efforts to improve energy access.
He noted that the now fully operational plant would help power homes, businesses, industries, and drive economic growth.
Describing the project as a “Key achievement emanating from the enterprising Nigerian spirit,” the President said the successful completion of the plant reinforces Nigeria’s capacity to overcome challenges through collaboration, tenacity, and renewed hope.
Tinubu also commended the Rivers State Government for envisioning and enabling the project in pursuit of energy sustainability.
He added, “I equally commend the private sector partners—Sahara Power Group, First Independent Power Limited, and Crescendough Nigeria Limited—for their investments and expertise. You have transformed this great vision into reality. Nigeria salutes you.”
While noting that the 180MW addition to the national grid would ignite and drive economic development, Tinubu stressed, “Let me emphasise that under my administration, achieving stable power remains an unwavering goal. We will continue to enforce policies that protect investments and prioritise ease of doing business.”
