Power firm to begin embedded generation in Anambra
Firstpower Electricity Distribution Company Limited has disclosed plans to commence embedded generation in Anambra state to reduce dependence on the national grid as part of its efforts towards improving its
- Elekwachi Chinedum, Onitsha
Firstpower Electricity Distribution Company Limited has disclosed plans to commence embedded generation in Anambra state to reduce dependence on the national grid as part of its efforts towards improving its service in the state.
Managing Director, Okechukwu Okafor dropped the hint during the group’s 2026 Customer Engagement Forum for customers under the Awka/Enugwu-Ukwu District, as part of its continued efforts to strengthen customer relations, promote transparency and address concerns relating to electricity supply and service delivery in the State.
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He said two companies were already involved in the plans towards making the vision a reality, just as he announced the establishment of FirstPower’s meter laboratory in Onitsha with a production capacity of about 2,500 meters daily to ensure meter availability for customers.
He assured that the company remains committed to improving service delivery within its ability for people of the state.
Acknowledging customers’ patience and concerns over irregular power supply, Okafor explained that the recent drop in electricity in the state resulted largely from reduced allocation from the national grid.
“Between November and December 2025, the state received about forty-five percent of its usual supply due to reduced generation by GENCOs, mainly caused by gas supply constraints.
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“Although supply has improved slightly in recent days, the situation remains unstable due to generation challenges, transmission limitations, funding gaps, and rising operational costs across the electricity value chain,” he regretted.
The MD explained that distribution companies depend on power received from the national grid and transmission, stressing that disruptions at any stage affect customers.
He added that revenue from electricity bills sustains the entire value chain, including generation, transmission, gas supply, and network maintenance, and therefore appealed for prompt payment of bills, protection of installations, and continued cooperation, and provision of necessary information that will help to improve the company’s services.
Speaking on safety standards, the FirstPower Head of Health, Safety and Environment, Engr. Tosin Fadairo, using video demonstrations, sensitised customers on the need for electrical safety, proper handling of installations, and avoidance of unsafe practices around power lines, transformers, and right-of-way areas.
He warned against illegal connections, tampering with equipment and other actions capable of endangering lives and damaging critical infrastructure.
