Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering stable and reliable electricity supply through strategic partnerships with credible energy experts.
The governor made this known on Wednesday during a high-level meeting with the management of Power Acumen Consulting Ltd, Detail Solicitors, and Nigeria Infrastructure Bank at Government House, Asaba.
Oborevwori identified power distribution—not generation—as the major bottleneck in Nigeria’s electricity sector, stressing that addressing distribution challenges is key to unlocking the state’s energy potential.
He said the state government is intensifying efforts to close longstanding gaps in electricity supply through policy reforms, infrastructure development, and strategic collaboration under its “Light Up To Industrialize Delta State Initiative.”
According to the governor, while progress has been made in infrastructure, healthcare, and education, stable electricity remains critical for economic growth and industrialisation.
He commended Power Acumen Consulting Ltd for what he described as a “brilliant and insightful presentation,” noting that the engagement reflects the administration’s resolve to partner with competent organisations capable of delivering measurable outcomes.
Oborevwori disclosed that a joint technical team comprising representatives of the state government and PACL would be set up to develop a clear roadmap and actionable framework for achieving round-the-clock 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,” he said.
The governor added that his administration has strengthened institutional capacity by appointing experienced professionals to oversee the energy sector, expressing confidence that strong leadership and collaboration would yield results.
He acknowledged that achieving uninterrupted power supply would require time and deliberate effort but expressed optimism that ongoing reforms would deliver tangible improvements.
Highlighting recent gains, Oborevwori revealed that some communities that had been without electricity for over a decade have now been reconnected to the national grid, while ongoing projects are aimed at expanding power infrastructure to key economic corridors.
Despite these efforts, he reiterated that distribution remains the core challenge. “We have the capacity to generate significant megawatts of power daily, but efficient distribution to homes and businesses remains the major hurdle,” he said.
To address this, the state has enacted an Electricity Law to strengthen its regulatory framework, while consultants have been engaged to review policies and recommend practical solutions.
The governor emphasised the importance of working with credible partners, noting that technical expertise is essential to complement government capacity.
“We are not just interested in presentations; we want results,” he said, urging stakeholders, including traditional rulers and youth leaders, to support government efforts by protecting electricity infrastructure.
Earlier, Managing Director of Power Acumen Consulting Ltd, Matthew Edevbie, said Delta State, despite having an installed generation capacity of about 3,000 megawatts from facilities in Okpai, Ughelli, and Sapele, currently utilises less than 200 megawatts.
He described the “Light Up and Industrialize Delta State Initiative” as an integrated development strategy anchored on reliable electricity supply.
Edevbie stressed the need for the state to develop its own power grid, noting that while generation capacity exists, control over transmission and distribution is critical.
“By building our own grid, we can harness existing power, distribute it efficiently, and ensure reliability,” he said, adding that recent regulatory reforms now allow states to establish independent transmission systems.
He expressed confidence that with proper coordination and partnerships, Delta State could achieve 24-hour electricity supply in Warri and Asaba before the end of the year.
