Delta State 2026 Budget: Oborevwori Allocates N16B to Power and Energy Sector

Published on November 26, 2025

Delta State Government has earmarked N16 billion for the Power and Energy sector in the proposed 2026 Budget, Governor Sheriff F.O. Oborevwori announced on Wednesday during his presentation to the Delta State House of Assembly.

“Electricity is an essential element of life. It is needed for the successful operation of businesses, schools, hospitals, and powers technological advancement,” the Governor said.

He added, “To ensure a robust growth of the informal sector, we are poised to ensure the success of the multi-grid template we are about to introduce in the power and energy sector. This will help to overcome the challenges posed by unreliable and insufficient electricity supply from the national grid.”

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The 2026 allocation will support initiatives aimed at improving power accessibility, promoting industrial growth, and enhancing overall development across Delta State.

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