Client Background
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the nation’s foremost oil and gas entity, with operations that demand consistently reliable, large-scale power infrastructure. For one of its most ambitious power initiatives, NNPC sought a partner capable of delivering a complex, high-capacity Independent Power Plant (IPP) with precision and speed.
The Challenge
NNPC required a robust 17.2MW power solution to be engineered and installed within a compact 649-square-meter footprint. The project demanded not only technical excellence but also rapid logistical execution — transporting massive generator units from Lagos to Abuja on a tight timeline, all while maintaining zero tolerance for delays or safety incidents.
NNPC Headquarters, Abuja
4 units of WÄRTSILÄ Generators
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The Solution
Mikano Power designed and delivered a fully synchronized IPP using low-speed WÄRTSILÄ generator technology:
4 units of WÄRTSILÄ generators, each operating at 750 rpm, engineered for a 25-year lifespan
Fully synchronized configuration for continuous, reliable power generation
Compact footprint design (649 m²) to maximize space efficiency
Complex logistics execution — transporting all four generator units from Lagos to Abuja in just 10 days
Full engineering and project management oversight, delivered safely, on schedule, and with zero incidents
Technical Highlights
4 × WÄRTSILÄ Generators
Total Installed Capacity: 17.2 MW
Engine Speed: 750 rpm (low-speed design)
Design Lifespan: 25 years
Footprint: 649 m²
Fully Synchronized Configuration
The Results
Mikano Power successfully delivered one of Nigeria's landmark Independent Power Plant projects, providing NNPC with a reliable, high-capacity power solution built for long-term performance. Despite complex engineering and logistical requirements, the project was completed safely, on schedule, and without incident. This achievement further demonstrates Mikano's capability to execute complex utility-scale power projects and reinforces its position as a trusted engineering partner for critical national infrastructure.
