The government of Togo has requested increased electricity imports from Nigeria to help address growing energy demand and ongoing power shortages affecting homes and businesses.
The request, reported on March 16, 2026, comes as West African countries continue to strengthen regional cooperation in the energy sector. Cross-border electricity trade has increasingly become a key strategy for stabilizing power supply in the region.
Nigeria, which has one of the largest electricity generation capacities in West Africa, already exports power to several neighbouring countries through interconnected transmission systems.
Historically, the national grids of Benin and Togo have been connected to Nigeria’s network through the CEB‑NEPA Interconnection Project, allowing electricity generated in Nigeria to be transmitted to both countries to supplement their limited domestic power production.
Energy analysts say Togo’s request highlights the broader electricity deficit across West Africa, where rapid urban growth and expanding industries are increasing demand faster than power infrastructure can keep up.
If approved, the additional supply could strengthen regional economic cooperation while providing Nigeria with additional revenue through electricity exports.