The state governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan who announced this while receiving the license from Gen. Orho Obada (Rtd) during the swearing in ceremony of a special Adviser in Asaba said the License would enable the state government boost electricity supply independently.
Dr. Uduaghan explained that power generation and distribution before now was the monopoly of the federal government but expressed delight at the turn of events where the energy sector was librelised and the door was opened for private sector participation.
He said the state government took advantage of the liberalization and registered the Delta Electricity Power Limited so that the state could have its independent power plant and generate energy to improve electricity supply in the state.
His words “This now led to the state government registering a company Delta Electric Power Limited, a private partnership to enable the state have its own IPP and generate power to help improve on power supply in the state”.
He continued “Federal government have given us this license to generate power, when we complete our IPP we will start by generating 120 mega watt and gradually increase to 450 mega watt. This will help solve the power challenge in the state”.
Governor Uduaghan stated that the IPP would attract investors to the state stressing that nine (9) areas have been mapped out where investors could invest.
“We are the only state that have been given this license . We believe in planning and have mapped out nine areas where investors can invest. With constant power supply in the state, it will enhance economic growth in the state.
He advised the new Special Adviser to live up to expectation in his responsibilities and key into the Three Point Agenda of the state government in order to harness the resources of the state for the benefit of Deltans.
Governor Uduaghan charged him to be diligent in the discharge of his duties adding that he should be committed to ensure transparency and accountability at all times.
Dr. Uduaghan noted that the policies and programmes of his administration were focused on empowerment and wealth creation saying “Our policies and programmes are clear and focused, we are committed to building world class infrastructure that can facilitate economic growth and alsocreate Delta without oil.
He commended Comrade Okeme for distinguishing himself as a reliable labour leader during his tenure as the state NLC Chairman saying “You are a reliable labour leader keenly interested in Industrial harmony between the employer and the employee.
“Your years here in the state as NLC Chairman were marked by peace, understanding and mutual respect and a most rewarding period for workers. These values we want to continue, so that our state will continue to enjoy peace and progress”.
In a brief response, Comrade Mike Okeme thanked the governor for finding him worthy to serve Deltans and pledged his loyalty to the government and people of the state.
He promised not to betray the trust placed on him even as he said “I am ready to work, I am ready to serve Deltans in my capacity as a Special Adviser to the governor on Labour and Industrial Relations”.
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