CEB–NEPA Power Interconnection

CEB–NEPA Power Interconnection is a 70 kilometres (43 mi) long 330 kV powerline between Sakété (Benin) and Ikeja (Nigeria). It connects Nigeria's power grid (NEPA) with Benin's grid (CEB).[1]

History

The project started in December 2001 and was officially opened on 13 February 2007. The purpose of the powerline is to supply electricity from Nigeria to Benin and Togo.

Description

The interconnection consists of 54 kilometres (34 mi) of a 330 kV single circuit line from Ikeja West substation in Nigeria to Nigeria – Benin border and 16 kilometres (9.9 mi) of a 330 kV single circuit line from Nigeria – Benin border to the Sakete 330/161 kV substation.[2]

References

  1. ↑ "Solution to energy deficit in Benin and Togo". Agence de Presse Africaine. 2006-08-05. Retrieved 2009-02-18.
  2. ↑ "CEB-NEPA Power Interconnection Project". The Department of Commerce of Canada. 2002-06-24. Retrieved 2009-02-18.

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