By JOHNMARK UKOKO
In its resolve to achieve stable electricity power supply to its customers, the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) Plc, has commenced discussions to sign an agreement with energy giant, First Independent Power Limited (FIPL).
This marriage, when eventually consummated, would ultimately increase the quantum of energy available for distribution to the Distribution Companies (DISCOs). First Independent Limited is a subsidiary of Sahara Energy Group, a global energy industry The Trumpet gathered.
This initiative is expected to deliver improved end-to-end services in the company’s franchise areas. It would be recalled that the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) had in September 2020 introduced the service based tariff model, which categorized customers into the branding system, ranging from band A-E where Band A gets the highest minimum availability of power.
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When eventually signed, the agreement would allow premium customers to enjoy stable power, even as some critical elements expected to be in the treaty include megawatts, capacity and heat rate generating unit.
The bilateral agreement would exclusively bind the energy giant to generate a predetermined quantum of energy that will be injected into Port Harcourt metropolis regardless of the grid output.
This additional energy input will be distributed predominantly in the Alpha region of Port Harcourt franchise area of the DISCO through the 33kv feeder at ordinance, with a line load dedicated to reserve estates within the Trans Amadi Industrial layout.
