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NDPHC to provide Odukpani oil park 10MW electricity

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  • The Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) is set to provide 10 megawatts of dedicated electricity to the Odukpani oil park in Cross River State.
  • This dedicated power supply is a result of a partnership between NDPHC and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB).
  • The project aims to support downstream oil and gas operations, promote local manufacturing, and boost economic growth in the region.

In a significant move to bolster Nigeria's oil and gas sector and drive industrialization, the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited (NDPHC) has advanced plans to supply dedicated electricity to the Nigerian Oil and Gas Park in Odukpani, Cross River State. This critical initiative, undertaken in strategic partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), promises to provide a stable and reliable energy source for industrial operations.

the NDPHC will supply 10 megawatts of electricity from” its Calabar Generation Company Limited.

— Emmanuel OjorDetailing the specific amount of electricity NDPHC will provide to the Odukpani oil park.

The collaboration, which has progressed through key engagement stages, will see NDPHC supply 10 megawatts of electricity from its Calabar Generation Company Limited. This dedicated power provision is crucial for overcoming one of the primary constraints hindering manufacturing and processing activities in Nigeria. By ensuring a consistent energy supply, the Odukpani oil park is poised to become a vital hub for downstream oil and gas operators.

This dedicated power provision is expected to ensure a stable, reliable, and sustainable energy supply for industrial operations within the park, addressing one of the key constraints to manufacturing and processing activities in Nigeria.

— Emmanuel OjorExplaining the significance of the dedicated power supply for industrial operations.

This project is more than just an energy supply; it's a catalyst for local content development and economic growth. The park is designed to facilitate the production, processing, and distribution of refined petroleum products and gas-based materials, while also promoting the local manufacturing of essential equipment and components. Stakeholders emphasize that this initiative will deepen indigenous participation, reduce import dependency, stimulate small and medium-scale enterprises, and generate employment opportunities, aligning with national objectives for industrialization and improved energy access.

The Nigerian Oil and Gas Park in Odukpani is conceived as a strategic industrial hub aimed at supporting downstream oil and gas operators

— Emmanuel OjorDescribing the purpose and vision behind the Odukpani oil park.
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