Abstract

This study investigates how stakeholder influence affects engineering innovation within The Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), focusing on three dimensions: risk tolerance and decision-making influence, regulatory or policy impact, and resource contribution and capacity building. Using a quantitative design, data were collected from 148 employees across Engineering, R&D, and Project Management departments. Results from linear regression analysis showed all three stakeholder dimensions significantly influenced innovation, with resource contribution exerting the strongest effect. The study highlights the need for collaborative stakeholder engagement, innovation-friendly policies, and increased capacity development to foster engineering innovation in Nigeria’s energy sector.