NISO Flags Off Construction of Ultra-Modern National Control Centre in Osogbo
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) on Wednesday flagged off the construction of a new ultra-modern National Control Centre (NCC) in Osogbo, Osun State, as part of efforts to strengthen the management and operation of the national grid.
The groundbreaking ceremony was held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Performing the ceremony on behalf of Vice President Kashim Shettima, his Senior Special Assistant on Legal and Compliance Matters, Alhaji Bashir Maidugu, said the project underscores President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to developing critical national infrastructure under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
Maidugu said the facility would drive socio-economic development and create a more conducive environment for businesses and citizens.
In his overview of the project, the Minister of Power, Chief Joseph Tegbe, disclosed that the existing National Control Centre has been in service for about 60 years, stressing the urgent need for a modern facility capable of meeting the demands of an evolving power system.
Tegbe called for sector-wide collaboration and support for NISO to enable it to deliver on its mandate of ensuring reliable and efficient electricity supply nationwide.
Chairman of the NISO Board of Directors, Dr. Adesegun Akin-Olugbade, described the project as a major milestone in the implementation of the institutional framework established by the Electricity Act 2023.
He said effective delivery of NISO’s core mandates of Market Administration, System Operation and System Planning requires advanced technology, strong governance and robust technical capacity.
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NISO, Engr. Abdu Mohammed, said the groundbreaking marks the dawn of a new era in power system operations in Nigeria.
“As Nigeria’s electricity grid grows increasingly complex, we require modern technology, reliable data and skilled professionals to operate it effectively. This new centre will drastically improve grid visibility, enhance real-time monitoring and security, and empower our operators to respond to system events with greater speed and precision,” Mohammed said.
The new centre is designed to provide the advanced operational environment required for a world-class system operator.
