$230m power plant set for Nigeria

Nigeria Power Plant

The contract for the US$230 million dual fired (low pour fuel oil/gas) 150-200MW power plant in Kaduna, Nigeria, has been awarded to GE Oil & Gas and Rockson Engineering Nigeria.

Under the deal, awarded by the Nigerian government, GE will design, manufacture, supply, and test eight GE gas turbines in the 15-20 MW-range. Rockson will supply engineering, balance of plant, erection, commissioning, site works and a 132 KW sub-station, as told by AE-Africa.com.

Daniele Scenarelli, GE's Sales Executive for Sub-Saharan Africa, said of the agreement: "GE Oil & Gas technology has been selected due to our proven track-record in delivering large-scale projects of this nature, meeting challenging deadlines and efficiency parameters without compromising on quality.

Nigeria accelerates efforts to revitalize infrastructure

"We are delighted to be able to support the development of Nigeria's infrastructure and are committed to continued long-term investment in the country."

Speaking of the Nigerian government's ambitions in the energy and infrastructure sectors, Lazarus Angbazo GE President & CEO for East, West and Central Africa said: "This is a significant project as the Government of Nigeria accelerates its efforts to revitalize the country's infrastructure.

"GE will continue to be a partner in providing optimum solutions across our entire portfolio."

The contract award is in line with GE's ‘Country to Company' agreement with the Federal Government of Nigeria which seeks to encourage active collaboration between the two parties in developing critical infrastructure that will support Nigeria in achieving its strategic 2020 Vision plan.

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