The Anambra government has signed a memorandum of
understanding (MoU) with the Enugu State Electricity Company (EEDC) to
guarantee steady power supply in the state.
The agreement was signed by Chukwuma Soludo, governor of
Anambra, and Julius Emeka, commissioner for public utilities, while Emeka
Offor, chief executive officer of EEDC, signed on behalf of his organisation.
Christian Aburime, chief press secretary to the governor,
said the signing ceremony took place at the Anambra government house on Friday.
“Today, I signed a memorandum of understanding with Enugu
Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) to ensure that power supply in the
state is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” Soludo said at the
event.
“The signing of the MoU took place today at the Anambra
State Executive Council Chambers, Government House, Awka. Today is a historic
day for the people and the state.
“I acknowledge that this signing will completely translate
into positive changes, which is critical for the journey towards a liveable and
prosperous homeland that cannot be achieved without a continuous supply of
power.
“Long before I was sworn in as Governor of Anambra, I recognized
the importance of power and deeply considered how it could be achieved in the
shortest period for at least three to four major cities in the state What we
did today was to consummate that marriage.
“The courtship began over a year ago, and I am overjoyed
that the marriage has finally been consummated today. We must all work together
to ensure that we have a stable and continuous power supply in Anambra State.
“Anambra is a state of which more than 60 percent of its
non-land assets are domiciled outside of the state. If at least 25 percent of
the proceeds are returned to Anambra, the state can become what we envision it
to be.
“My message to the rest of Anambra’s billionaires and
millionaires is that wealth and net worth alone are insufficient. The question
is, how much of your wealth and assets are domiciled in the state for Anambra
to be the choice of destination to live, work, invest, relax and enjoy.”
On his part, Offor said he is happy to contribute his quota
towards 24/7 power supply in Anambra.
He added that more support is still needed, particularly
from the legislative arm, on laws that would empower EEDC to achieve its goals.
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