Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, announced on Tuesday, March 18, 2026 that his administration is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to tackle chronic electricity challenges, revealing that several communities without power for over a decade have now been reconnected to the national grid.
Speaking at the inauguration of the rehabilitated 31-kilometre Ohoror–Bomadi Road, the governor outlined measures including the extension of 33KV transmission lines, the installation of new transformers, and the rehabilitation of critical infrastructure in underserved areas.
“We are taking deliberate and practical steps to address power supply challenges across Delta State. Efforts are ongoing to extend 33KV lines, install transformers, and rehabilitate critical electricity infrastructure,” Oborevwori said.
The governor attributed recent progress to the enactment of the Delta State Electricity Law and the approval of the State Electricity Policy by the Executive Council, which he stated have provided a robust legal framework for sector reforms.
He disclosed that a reputable electricity consulting firm has been engaged to drive the implementation of the administration’s MORE Agenda in the power sector. The firm is currently conducting a comprehensive assessment of electricity infrastructure across the state, with a final report expected soon to guide further interventions.
Providing project specifics, Oborevwori said the government has extended 33KV overhead lines and installed six distribution transformers in Ode-Itsekiri, Orugbo, Ajigba, Inorin, Usele, and Ugbodede communities in Warri South-West Local Government Area. He expressed confidence the project would be completed by year-end.
In Ndokwa East Local Government Area, the governor announced the upgrade of a 2.5MVA transformer to a 5MVA, 33/11KV injection substation at Agbarha-Otor in Ughelli North—a development that has restored electricity to communities that had been in darkness for more than 10 years.
Similar interventions are ongoing in Ndokwa West, where distribution transformer substations are being provided to six communities. The governor added that the rehabilitation of the collapsed 33KV high-tension line from Ogbe-Ogume to Kwale has been completed, while work continues on restoring a 7.5MVA injection substation in Kwale alongside the installation of additional distribution transformers.
Oborevwori also disclosed efforts to revive long-abandoned power facilities in other parts of the state, with the State Executive Council granting necessary approvals for the projects. He credited federal policies and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for creating an enabling environment for sub-national infrastructure improvements.
In a related security measure, the governor announced approvals for constructing new police divisions across local government areas for State Police, as well as a state-of-the-art Special Protection Unit base. He directed the Ministry of Lands and Survey to commence land acquisition for the projects.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance, Oborevwori assured residents that the MORE Agenda would continue to be implemented with fairness, justice, and equity.
“We remain committed to delivering on our promises. We will continue to listen to the people, embrace constructive criticism, and work together in the true spirit of democracy,” he said.
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