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Transgrid Enerco acquires 60% controlling stake in Eko Electricity Distribution Company

Transgrid Enerco acquires 60% controlling stake in Eko Electricity Distribution Company

Energy

Mergers and Acquisitions

$290M(₦360B)

Nigeria

2026

Transgrid Enerco acquired a 60% controlling interest in Eko Electricity Distribution Plc from West Power & Gas Limited, marking one of Nigeria's most significant power sector privatization transactions.


The acquisition, undertaken by a consortium comprising North-South Power Company Limited, Axxela Limited, and the Stanbic IBTC Infrastructure Growth Fund, is expected to strengthen grid modernization and expand electricity distribution across Lagos and Ogun States.


Advisory Team:

Detail Commercial Solicitors

Temidayo Ajayi

Olawunmi Alade



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