A governorship aspirant in Delta State, Olorogun David Edevbie, has promised to build a 500MW power plant to drive his industrial vision for the state if elected.
Edevbie, who is aspiring to run on the platform of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said the vision would be possible by taking advantage of the huge natural gas deposits in Ebedei community, Ukwuani Local Government Area.
The aspirant said he would use his contacts to recreate the Asaba and Kwale industrial parks, and establish a new industrial hub in Ebedei.
According to him, the 100 hectares donated by Ebedei will be used as the new hub to accelerate industrial growth.
Edebvie, who spoke during consultative visits to PDP members in Delta North, added: “My aim is to spark a beehive of industrial activities in the four points of Delta North – Ndokwa, Ukwani, Ika and Aniocha/Oshimili. I am very conversant with the terrain and what is required to improve economic life in the area. Luckily, Delta North is peaceful and with the airport in Asaba, the plan is a quick win.
“I intend to take advantage of the huge natural gas deposits to establish a 500MW power plant to provide 24 hours electricity supply to support the industries, investors and local enterprises. This will lead to greater generation of employment opportunities and wealth creation for the people.”
The former finance commissioner added that an inner rail system will be built in Asaba to connect Okpanam and adjoining communities in Aniocha North and South. He said his administration would build a coastal road network from Oko to Patani to connect riverine communities and create greater economic and commercial activities for the people along River Niger, Ase Creek, Bomadi and Forcados rivers.