Power & Generators dealers in Nigeria

There are 2 dealers of power equipment and generators in Nigeria, with branches in Lagos, Abuja, Enugu and 4 other towns: Mantrac Nigeria and Atlas Copco Nigeria. Last checked October 2026.

Country guide

Buying power equipment and generators in Nigeria

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Nigeria has Africa's largest population and one of its biggest economies. Equipment demand is centred on Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt.

Currency
Nigerian naira (NGN)
Main ports
Lagos, Lekki, Onne
Drives on the
Right
Languages
English, plus Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo

Importing and registering, in brief

  1. Ports

    Lagos (Apapa and Tin Can Island), the newer Lekki Deep Sea Port, and Onne near Port Harcourt, which handles much of the oil and gas cargo.

  2. Start with a Form M

    Every import starts with a Form M, opened through an authorised Nigerian bank.

  3. SONCAP certificates

    Goods regulated by SON (Standards Organisation of Nigeria) need a Product Certificate and a SONCAP Certificate.

  4. Customs

    Clearance is through the Nigeria Customs Service.

  5. Registering for road use

    Registration is done state by state, at the state motor licensing office.

General guidance only. Confirm with the official bodies or your clearing agent before you buy. Last checked October 2026.

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