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First Independent Power Limited (FIPL), has signed a long-term contract with General Electric (GE) for the maintenance of its GT 13E2 Gas Turbine until 2031. This strategic partnership signifies a major milestone in FIPL’s mission to provide reliable and efficient power generation to Nigerians.
The contract signing ceremony was a hybrid event, integrating both virtual and onsite attendees. FIPL’s CEO, Dr. Kenechukwu Nwangwu led the FIPL team comprising the Chief Corporate Services Officer, Olurotimi Famoroti, Chief Finance Officer, Obafemi Abidoye and other members of the management team to put pen to paper alongside their GE counterparts.
Speaking on the importance of the strategic PARTNERSHIP, FIPL’s CEO said, “This alliance with GE not only strengthens our commitment to providing reliable power solutions but also reaffirms our dedication to embracing cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices. Together, we will continue to drive sustainable growth and contribute to a cleaner future.”Nwangwu added that collaboration between FIPL and GE, promises more efficiency, availability and overall sustainability of the gas turbine. “This will also ensure more stability to the National grid and give more electricity to Nigerians,” he stated.
The Managing Director Services, GE Vernova’s Gas Power in Sun-Sahara Africa, Kenneth Oyakhire described the partnership as one that would transform power generation in Nigeria in line with GE’s pledge to deliver a sustainable and energy-efficient future. “We are delighted about this alliance with FIPL and look forward to the resultant positive impact on the power generation landscape, as both companies combine their expertise and resources to drive innovation and efficiency.”
First Independent Power Limited (FIPL), a Sahara Group Company, has restated its commitment to increasing power generation and sustainability impact in the sector through robust local capacity optimization.
Speaking at the Nigerian Content Conference organized by the Nigerian Society of Engineers in Port Harcourt, Chief Executive Officer, FIPL, Dr. Kenechukwu Nwangwu said retooling and investing in shoring up local capacity has the potential of transforming the power sector.
Nwangwu lauded the NSE Port Harcourt branch for assembling prominent industry leaders and professionals to discuss the impact of the Nigerian Content Act 2010 – 2020 on the Oil & Gas Sector and the Power Industry.
In his keynote address, Nwangwu said strengthening local content in the power sector would promote job creation, funds retention, and the development of skills and competencies of Nigerians.
According to him, the Act symbolizes the nation’s intention to grow local capacity. He urged all stakeholders to explore all possibilities holistically and transparently.
He said, “It is a laudable thing for us to deliberate on the impact of the local content Act in the power sector at this forum. A robust local content in the power sector will lead to job creation, funds retention, and domiciliation of the operations of foreign companies in Nigeria while enabling the development of skills and competencies of Nigerians.”
Engr Dr. Kenechukwu K Nwangwu – FNSE, FNIEEE, FIET, CEng(UK), Managing Director/CEO, FIPL.
He called on regulators to drive compliance, stating, “We already have a formidable regulation in the sector. All we need now is implementation across the value chain, in strict compliance with the provisions of the law.”
Nwangwu said FIPL remained a frontline promoter of local content in Nigeria, adding that FIPL continues to “bring energy to life responsibly to over 6 million lives with the collaboration and support of community stakeholders, suppliers, artisans, health and safety workers who we support with training, sustainable impact projects and capacity building opportunities.”
He noted that the ongoing transformation of FIPL is driving the top-flight performance of the 541MW capacity power plants in Rivers state. “It has been a privilege for us to serve the nation through the professionalism and expertise of our people and the drive and investment of our parent company, Sahara Group. FIPL is here to make a difference, and this remains our overarching pursuit,” he added.
He said the human capital transformation program at FIPL had demonstrated that with the right training and exposure, there would be less demand for foreign expatriates in Nigeria.
The two-day conference provided an excellent opportunity for FIPL to network with other industry leaders and professionals, exchange ideas, and showcase its commitment to the sustainable development of Nigeria’s power sector.
During the two-day conference, FIPL displayed the achievements of its young engineers at its exhibition stand. This includes a load display app that shows real-time generation across all FIPL plants on mobile phones, helping the company monitor performance effectively and generate power optimally.
First Independent Power Limited (FIPL), a Sahara Power Group Company, has inducted 13 young engineers into the generating company following a six-month extensive development programme focused on enhancing technical competence, responsible engineering and FIPL’s human capital sustainability strategy.
The 2022 graduates are the fourth batch of FIPL’s Entry level engineering programme, which began in 2012 in line with Sahara Power Group’s commitment to training and empowering young and vibrant engineers towards adding impetus to the process of transforming the power sector.
Speaking at the event, Managing Director, Sahara Power Group, Anthony Youdeowei, upheld said the nation would look to the young engineers to play a critical role in changing the narrative of the power sector in Nigeria. He asserted, “For us to make a difference, we must equip and mentor the younger generation and give them all the support they need to become instruments of transformation and part of the commitment of FIPL to the energy sector includes harnessing the potential of these young vibrant talents across the country.”
While congratulating the graduates, he charged them to be focused and dedicated to delivering excellence because the future of the Nigerian Power sector indeed depends on them. “You have been called to serve your country, and you must do so with the willingness and desire to improve and overhaul certain areas of the power sector if need be to birth the power sector that will support sustainable growth and development in Nigeria”.
Also speaking at the graduation ceremony, Dr. Kenechukwu Nwangwu, CEO, FIPL, applauded the graduates for their dedication and zeal to complete the program successfully. He stated, “ I am proud to be part of Sahara group for providing career opportunities and upskilling young, talented and vibrant professionals. It is with great delight that I congratulate you for starting such a rigorous program and finishing on such high note”. He added that he would build on the legacy of the former CEO, Godwin Emmanuel, by creating programs that will harness these talents and transform them into full-fledged engineers for the future.
The entry-level engineer’s trainee program is a key component of sustainability planning and building of a talent pool at FIPL. During the program, trainees were required to undergo a series of classroom-based learning sessions facilitated by the Energy Training Centre (ETC), carry out hands-on and on-the-job training with rotations across several areas within the organization.
Sahara Power Group continues to invest immensely in training and capacity-building programs targeted at advancing the aspiration of youths by providing them with the opportunity to build their abilities while empowering them for a better life. This is part of Sahara Power’s commitment to Nigerians in its quest to bring energy to life responsibly.
