Ola Akinwunmi
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has declared that the state is on track for significant developmental strides as he commissioned a newly completed 2.5MVA electricity injection sub-station in Udomi, Esan Central Local Government Area.
The project, aimed at boosting power supply and catalyzing economic activity across several communities, marks a major milestone for the area, which residents say has long been underserved in infrastructure.
“I feel very happy and great bringing development to the people of these communities,” the governor said during the inspection. “This is a new beginning for the people, as they are now feeling the impact of governance — as it should be.”
The sub-station is expected to serve more than nine transformers and bring much-needed electricity to six communities: Udomi 1, Ujabhole 1, Unogbo, Idimoghodor, Ibhioloulu, and Afuda.
The project was lauded by Engr. Mokwenye Jidenmah, Business Head of Technical Operations at the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC). According to him, the new infrastructure will significantly improve power reliability by stepping down the 33KVA line to 11KVA, effectively lighting up the area by the end of the day.
“This is going to be a game changer,” Jidenmah said. “With stable electricity, these communities can grow their businesses and improve living standards.”
Governor Okpebholo also tied the project to the broader vision of the federal administration. “Edo will witness more developmental projects as we have keyed into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” he said.
In a continuation of his development drive, the governor visited the site of the upcoming Edo State College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Technology, also in Udomi. The institution is backed by a newly passed bill, which Governor Okpebholo has signed into law.
He praised the Edo State House of Assembly for its swift passage of the bill, saying, “This ongoing project is made possible due to the action of the lawmakers. Work is ongoing, and we are serious about this. Edo people should expect more projects.”
For many residents, the events signal a shift — from years of neglect to a future filled with promise, power, and progress.
