President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday virtually commissioned the 180MW Afam II power plant in Port Harcourt, Rivers State—a key milestone aimed at strengthening electricity generation in Nigeria.
Describing the project as a “symbol of the enterprising Nigerian spirit,” President Tinubu said its completion is proof of the nation’s capacity to overcome challenges through collaboration, tenacity, and hope.
He praised the Rivers State Government for its role in enabling the project and commended private sector partners—Sahara Power Group, First Independent Power Limited, and Crescendough Nigeria Limited—for turning vision into reality.
“Nigeria salutes you,” the President said, recognizing their investment and technical expertise. He emphasized that the additional 180MW to the national grid will spark economic growth and reiterated his administration’s commitment to achieving stable power supply and enabling a business-friendly environment.
Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, described the project as a landmark achievement and praised the collaboration between public reform and private enterprise. Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Rt Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, pledged support in addressing gas supply challenges to further boost power sustainability.
On his part, Rivers State Sole Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas (rtd), hailed the swift delivery of the plant as a testament to President Tinubu’s commitment to home-grown solutions. He commended Sahara and its partners for their confidence in Nigeria’s economy.
Sahara Power Group (SPG), in partnership with Crescendough Nigeria Limited (CNL), delivered the Afam II project within 16 months, relying predominantly on Nigerian expertise. The plant is now fully operational, poised to power homes, businesses, and industries across the country.
Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, said the project is more than power generation—it represents job creation, industrial advancement, and lives transformed. “We are celebrating impact,” he said.
Highlighting Sahara’s contribution to the sector, Adesina noted that Sahara Power generates over 20% of Nigeria’s electricity through Egbin Power and First Independent Power Limited, serving more than 50 million people. He reaffirmed Sahara’s vision for a globally competitive Nigeria powered by sustainable energy.
With expansion plans at Egbin Power, innovation at Ikeja Electric, and investments in renewables and tech-driven solutions, Sahara remains committed to powering Nigeria and Africa responsibly.
