Isoko Electricity Revival: Oborevwori Launches Major Power

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has commenced fresh efforts to restore and improve Isoko Electricity supply, with the state government initiating procurement processes for the rehabilitation, reconstruction, and expansion of critical power infrastructure across Isoko and Ndokwa communities.

Key Highlights

• Oborevwori begins major intervention to improve Isoko Electricity supply
• New 33KV power line planned from Emevor to Isoko Roundabout
• Vandalised electricity infrastructure in Isoko and Ndokwa to be rehabilitated
• Kwale 7.5MVA Injection Station to benefit from power restoration project
• Asaba IPP transformer to be upgraded from 500KVA to 1000KVA
• Projects expected to boost businesses, security, and economic growth

The initiative follows the issuance of an Invitation to Tender by the Delta State Ministry of Energy for strategic electricity projects designed to tackle years of power challenges caused by inadequate infrastructure, equipment failure, and vandalism.

According to the tender notice signed by the Secretary of the Ministerial Tenders Board, T.O. Bayoko, one of the flagship projects involves the construction of a 33KV overhead high-voltage power line stretching from Emevor through Otor-Owhe to Isoko Roundabout. The project will also include the rehabilitation of vandalised sections of the existing 33KV electricity line between Iyede and Ellu in Isoko North Local Government Area.

The project is expected to significantly improve Isoko Electricity supply, enhance commercial activities, and support socio-economic development across communities in the area.

In Ndokwa West Local Government Area, the state government also plans to rehabilitate and reconstruct the vandalised 33KV power line running from Abbi through Emu-Obodeti to the Kwale 7.5MVA Injection Station.

The intervention is aimed at restoring stable and reliable electricity to several communities that have experienced prolonged outages due to the destruction of key power infrastructure.

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As part of broader efforts to strengthen electricity distribution across the state, the Ministry of Energy also announced plans to upgrade the existing 500KVA Independent Power Project (IPP) substation transformer at the Permanent Secretary’s Quarters in Asaba to a 1000KVA transformer.

The tender process, coordinated through the Ministry’s Planning, Research and Statistics Department, invites qualified contractors to participate in the projects, reflecting the Oborevwori administration’s commitment to infrastructure development under its M.O.R.E. Agenda.

Industry experts believe the projects will improve power reliability, support small and medium-scale enterprises, enhance security, create employment opportunities, and improve living standards in affected communities.

Since assuming office, Governor Oborevwori has prioritised infrastructure renewal across Delta State, with particular attention to the power sector following the enactment of the Delta State Electricity Power Sector Law, which empowers the state to expand access to sustainable and reliable electricity.

Residents and business owners across Isoko and Ndokwa have long advocated improved electricity supply, and the latest projects are expected to provide much-needed relief while accelerating economic development across the region.