World Power Plants

Ibom Power Plant191 MW Natural Gas

GasVerified: Feb 2026

The Ibom Power Plant stands out in Nigeria as the 35th largest power generation facility, with a capacity of 191 MW. This gas-fired facility is ranked 22nd among the 29 gas plants in the country, playing a crucial role in a region where gas is the dominant energy source. Nigeria's energy profile is characterized by 85 total plants contributing to a cumulative capacity of 26,444 MW, where gas supplies the majority of the power generation. With its capacity representing 0.72% of the national total, Ibom Power Plant is significant in the ongoing efforts to enhance energy access across the nation. Located at coordinates 4.5644, 7.5680, the plant is part of a broader energy ecosystem that includes facilities such as the ALSCON Aluminum Smelter Company of Nigeria, which has a capacity of 360 MW, and the Ibom Power facility itself at 190 MW. The competitive nature of this regional energy market is evident, especially with the nearby Afam power stations, including the Afam (FIPL) power station, contributing further to the local energy supply. The presence of these plants ensures a diversified energy mix and helps mitigate power shortages in a country striving for enhanced electricity access. As Nigeria continues to grapple with energy supply challenges, the Ibom Power Plant, operated since its commissioning, serves as a vital contributor to the national grid. In the future, this facility will be pivotal in supporting Nigeria's ambitions to improve its power infrastructure and meet the rising demand for electricity in both urban and rural areas, ultimately fostering economic development and stability.

Capacity
191 MW
Commissioning Year
2002

24 years old

Owner
Ibom Power Company
Location
4.5644°, 7.5680°

Nigeria, Africa

Context & rankings
  • 35. largest of 85 plants in Nigeria
  • #7,642 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,691 of 5,146 Natural Gas plants worldwide
  • 0.72% of the installed capacity of Nigeria
Age & fleet comparison

24 years in operation

Natural Gas fleet average: 26.9 years

Operator portfolio

Ibom Power Company operates 2 plants totalling 381 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: Wikidata

Location

Coordinates:: 4.564389, 7.568000
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Carbon Footprint490 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
368.9 Kt
753 GWh/year × 490 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.85 Mt
Over 24 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2032
6 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
80.2K
cars per year
49.2K
homes per year
16.8M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Gas
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
Nigeria
Continent
Africa
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

NigeriaEnergy Profile

85
Total Plants
26.4 GW
Total Capacity
GasHydroNuclearOil
Top Fuels

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