The member representing Ndokwa/Ukwuani federal constituency, Rep. Nnamdi Ezechi has reaffirmed his commitment to the development of the federal constituency.
Ezechi gave the commitment when a delegation of the Executives of the Ndokwa Neku Union (NNU) paid him a courtesy call in Abuja.
Ezechi, who reaffirmed his commitment to the advancement of Ndokwa and the continued pursuit of equitable development for all parts of his constituency, lauded the NNU Executives for their timely visit.
He described the exco’s engagement with political office holders as a demonstration of visionary leadership, saying that unity, and purpose in championing the collective aspirations of the Ndokwa people is paramount.
The lawmaker assured the delegation of his ongoing engagement with the Delta governor on the long-standing oil quantum issue which requires intensified efforts.
According to him, I am doing it through the House Committee on NDDC, and I have intensified efforts to ensure fair inclusion of Ndokwa Nation in the Commission’s project implementation framework.
He however expressed optimism that, with Mr. Chiedu Ebie as the Chairman of the NDDC Board, greater attention would be given to the Ndokwa area.
Rep. Ezechi assured that the stalled Okpai IPP Phase 2 Power Project, along with the 132KV double circuit transmission line and substations in Okpai and Kwale, are receiving renewed attention.
He reiterated his engagement his sustained engagements with relevant stakeholders in the Ministry of Power and the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
“Lasting solutions are now within sight as the project is expected to resume,” Ezechi said.
Congratulating the new NNU Executives on their emergence, he urged them to continue fostering unity, peace, and the preservation of Ndokwa’s rich cultural heritage.
Ezechi also reaffirmed his resolve to empower youths and women across Ndokwa Nation through skill acquisition programmes and empowerment initiatives, ensuring inclusive growth and equitable distribution of constituency benefits.
The lawmaker also expressed his deep appreciation to the Executive Governor of Delta, Sheriff Oborevwori, and the former Governor, Sen. Ifeanyi Okowa, for their unwavering support and continuous efforts towards the development of Ndokwa land.
The delegation highlighted key issues affecting the Ndokwa Nation, including the review of the DESOPADEC oil quantum, the limited presence of NDDC projects across Ndokwa communities.
“And the lingering absence of electricity in several areas of the constituency,” the delegation said.
The delegation called for the urgent need for a direct engagement with the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, to ensure speedy completion of the power projects and associated transmission infrastructures.