Sahara Power Technical & Innovation Academy

Discover. Develop. Deliver. Don't just dream it, engineer it!

Your Future in Power Starts Here.

Sahara Power Group (SPG) is the largest privately owned vertically integrated power company in Sub-Saharan Africa, with plans to expand its generation capacity to exceed 5,000MW by 2026.

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Leading Power Generation in Africa

Our portfolio includes Egbin Power Plc. (the largest thermal power plant in Sub Saharan Africa ex. South Africa), FIPL, Afam, Eleme, Trans Amadi and Omoku Plants.

SPG successfully acquired majority shareholding stakes in 2 of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) assets under the privatization initiative of the Nigerian Government, namely Egbin Power Plc and Ikeja Electric Plc (one of the largest power distribution companies in Sub-Saharan Africa).

Our Impact & Reach

Powering Africa through excellence and innovation

1861
MW
Installed Generation Capacity
2375
MW
Installed Distribution Capacity
1 Million+
Households Serviced
ISO 9001 & OHSAS18001
International Certification
5
Number of Plants

About the Programme

Transform ambition into impact with our comprehensive graduate engineering programme

Sahara Power Technical & Innovation Academy invites passionate HND graduates to join the Sahara Graduate Engineering Programme. This programme offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure across Egbin Power Plc and FIPL (subsidiaries of Sahara Group). If you are ready to transform ambition into impact, this is where your journey begins.

Eligible Educational Qualifications

  • HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering
  • HND Instrumentation & Control Engineering
  • HND Mechanical Engineering
  • HND Chemical Engineering
  • HND Metallurgical Engineering
  • HND Maintenance & Reliability Engineering
  • HND Mechatronics Engineering
  • HND Power Plant Engineering
  • HND Industrial Maintenance Engineering
  • HND Power Systems
  • HND Reliability or Instrumentation Engineering
  • Other relevant core engineering disciplines

Experience Level

0 – 1 year experience

Must have completed NYSC by December 2024

What to Expect

A comprehensive programme designed to accelerate your career in power generation

Structured Programme

Our programme is thoughtfully designed to provide a clear, step-by-step learning journey combining classroom sessions, practical exposure, and real-world projects to build the technical and professional skills you need to thrive in the power sector.

Rotational Exposure

Experience the full spectrum of power generation through rotational assignments across key departments, giving you a 360° view of operations and maintenance, helping you discover where your passion and potential truly align.

Mentorship

Learn from the best! Our seasoned industry experts will guide you every step of the way, offering insights, advice, and support to help you navigate challenges and accelerate your growth.

Career Management

We do not just train you; we prepare you for a successful career. Through personalized development plans, performance feedback, and career coaching, we ensure you're ready to take on leadership roles in the future.

Free Accommodation

Focus on learning and growth without worrying about logistics. Enjoy comfortable, fully sponsored accommodation throughout the programme, so you can concentrate on powering your dreams.

Are you ready to power your dreams?

Programme Location

Ikorodu, Lagos | Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Application Window

November 1 – 30, 2025

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