Oborevwori Committed to Restoring Power in Isoko Nation, Anoka Assures Residents
Residents of Isoko Nation have been assured of imminent improvement in electricity supply following ongoing interventions by the Delta State Government aimed at rehabilitating critical power infrastructure in the area.
The Delta State Commissioner for Energy, Engr. Michael Anoka, gave the assurance on Thursday while addressing members of Isoko People’s Measures, who were at Government House, Asaba, for a peaceful protest over the worsening electricity situation in the area.
Anoka told the protesters that Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori had already taken concrete steps to address the persistent power challenges confronting the area.
According to him, the governor is fully aware of the hardship caused by inadequate electricity supply and has directed immediate action to restore power to affected communities.
“I want to assure you that even before this meeting, the governor had listened to your concerns. He understands the importance of electricity to the people and is committed to finding lasting solutions,” he said.
The commissioner disclosed that intervention works had already commenced on the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) line serving the area, adding that contractors would begin rehabilitation of the power line linking Emevor and Ozoro next week.
He said efforts were underway to ensure the rehabilitation of the Emevor-Ozoro line, with the goal of enabling Isoko Nation to enjoy at least eight hours of electricity supply daily.
Anoka also addressed concerns over the long-abandoned Ozoro 132KV power substation project, describing it as strategic infrastructure capable of providing a permanent solution to the area’s electricity challenges.
According to him, the project was abandoned many years ago and did not originate under the current administration, revealing that the substation project had remained stalled since around 2011.
“However, just last week, I submitted a comprehensive report on the project to His Excellency, and he is currently studying it as part of plans to provide a lasting solution to power supply in Isoko Nation,” he explained.
While acknowledging that completing the project would require substantial financial investment and may take more than a year, the commissioner said Governor Oborevwori had demonstrated the political will to see it through.
He further revealed that the governor had already approved the intervention project, with only administrative processes remaining before full implementation.
Appealing for patience and continued support from residents, Anoka expressed confidence that visible progress would soon be recorded.
Earlier, Chief Jerry Othuke, speaking on behalf of Isoko People’s Measures, appealed to the state government to complete the Ozoro 132/33KV transmission line and substation project, noting that when completed, the facility would have the capacity to supply electricity to the entire Isoko Nation.
He commended the Oborevwori administration for its developmental strides across the state and expressed optimism that the governor would deliver the transformational project for the benefit of present and future generations of the Isoko people.
