Delta State Government is intensifying discussions with the Rural Electrification Agency on deploying large-scale solar projects in the primary healthcare centres and other public institutions across the State.
The State Commissioner for Energy, Mr. Michael Anoka, disclosed this on Friday at a strategic meeting held in Asaba with stakeholders, noting that “the initiative is expected to expand access to clean and reliable electricity in the public institutions”.
The meeting reviewed the proposed Collaboration Agreement for deploying renewable energy infrastructure under the Federal Government’s Rural Electrification Programme.
While reaffirming Delta State’s readiness to partner with the Federal Government and development agencies on impactful energy projects, the Commissioner emphasized that “every agreement must adequately protect the interests of the State and its people.
“Delta State welcomed strategic investments capable of transforming electricity access in critical public institutions.”
He, however, maintained that due diligence, accountability and value for money would remain central to every partnership entered into by the state.
He said that the renewable energy initiative would complement the state
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