Otti charges SEDC to prioritise electricity in South East
By Ndukaku Ihe
Governor Otti
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has described electricity as crucial to the economic development of the South East region.
Speaking to a delegation from the board and management of South East Development Commission (SEDC), he urged the body to prioritise power issues as that was key to the development of the region.
He emphasised that investment in power should be a key focus for the government, as no industrialisation or manufacturing sector can thrive without adequate electricity supply.
He said: “You are the regional development body representing all of us. A major area that requires critical attention is power—electricity.”
The governor noted that discussions were ongoing with Interstate Electrics Limited for the Abia State Government to acquire their equity in the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company, EEDC. This, he explained, would enable the government to extend electricity to parts of the state not currently covered by Geometric Power.
The governor commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the establishment of SEDC, stating that it would help create an enabling environment for businesses to flourish.
Earlier, the chairman of the commission, Emeka Wogu, and the managing director, Mark Okoye, acknowledged the commitment of Governor Otti’s administration to the development of Abia State. They pledged SEDC’s support for his efforts, as well as the commission’s dedication to the reconstruction and reintegration of the South East into national development initiatives.
