Ibom Power Company recorded an 8% drop in its plant available capacity in February 2025, with output decreasing to 138 MW—down from its previous peak of 150 MW.
This is revealed in the company’s February generation scoreboard, published on its website.
Despite the dip, the plant is now operating well below its best-ever capacity of 191 MW, highlighting ongoing operational challenges.
Operational and safety performance
- Days without lost-time accident: 2,723 (targeted 1,191)
- Days without near-miss incident: 2,124 (targeted 1,162)
- Days without trip due to plant failure: 498 (targeted 867)
- Previous month’s energy generation: 159 MWh (target was 2,760 MWh)
While the company’s strong safety record continues—with no lost-time accidents or fatalities—the reduced power output shows the need for improvements in plant reliability.
Looking ahead: Ibom Power outlines recovery plan
The board of Ibom Power Company has attributed its recent 8% drop in generation output to scheduled maintenance activities.
It confirmed that corrective actions are underway to restore capacity back to its recent high of 150 MW, with a long-term goal of reaching its nameplate capacity of 191 MW.
Despite operational setbacks, the company reaffirmed its commitment to safety and performance, pledging regular updates in future scoreboards.
Founded in 2001 and owned by the Akwa Ibom State Government, Ibom Power faced leadership upheaval late last year when the managing director was dismissed amid a statewide blackout and allegations of financial mismanagement.
Governor Umo Eno cited rising debt and operational inefficiencies, and promised a full investigation into the company’s financial health.