By Lucky Uto
Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, says his administration is taking practical steps to tackle electricity challenges across the state through policy reforms and infrastructure upgrades.
Speaking during the inauguration of the 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road, the governor revealed that several communities that had been without power for over 10 years have now been reconnected to the national grid, improving living conditions and boosting economic activities.
He explained that the government is extending 33KV transmission lines, installing transformers, and rehabilitating damaged electricity infrastructure in underserved areas.
Oborevwori noted that the Delta State Electricity Law and the State Electricity Policy have created a strong framework to improve power supply.
He added that an electricity consulting firm has been engaged to assess infrastructure and guide further action.
The governor listed ongoing projects to include installation of transformers and extension of power lines in communities such as Ode-Itsekiri, Orugbo, Ajigba, Inorin, Usele, and Ugbodede in Warri South-West.
He also disclosed that in Ndokwa East, a transformer upgrade has restored electricity to communities, while similar projects are ongoing in Ndokwa West.
In Kwale, the rehabilitation of a 33KV line has been completed, with more work in progress.
Oborevwori credited the progress to support from the Federal Government under Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
He reaffirmed his commitment to improving electricity supply and delivering development through his administration’s MORE Agenda.
