Delta Govt Pushes Power Sector Reforms, Targets 24-Hour Electricity

Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering stable and reliable electricity through strategic partnerships with industry experts. Speaking during a high-level meeting with Power Acumen Consulting Ltd, Detail Solicitors, and Nigeria Infrastructure Bank in Asaba, the governor identified power distribution—not generation—as the biggest challenge facing the sector.

He explained that the state is intensifying efforts to bridge gaps in electricity supply under its “Light Up to Industrialize Delta State Initiative,” focusing on partnerships, policy reforms, and infrastructure development. While noting progress in other sectors, Oborevwori stressed that reliable electricity remains key to unlocking economic growth, adding that a joint technical team will be set up to develop a clear roadmap toward achieving 24-hour power supply.

“We do not want to act blindly. We need a well-structured plan that will guide our decisions and ensure long-term success,” the governor said, expressing confidence that ongoing reforms and collaborations will deliver results. He also revealed that some communities previously in prolonged blackout have been reconnected to the grid, although he maintained that efficient distribution of available power remains the core issue.

Earlier, Managing Director of Power Acumen Consulting Ltd, Engr. Matthew Edevbie, noted that despite Delta State’s estimated 3,000 megawatts generation capacity, it currently utilizes less than 200 megawatts. He advocated for the development of a state-controlled power grid to improve transmission and distribution, expressing optimism that with proper coordination, Delta could achieve 24-hour electricity in Warri and Asaba before year-end.