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Isoko group raises funds for stable power supply

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  • The Isoko Development and Leadership Movement is fundraising to purchase electricity transformers and infrastructure for stable power supply in the Isoko region.
  • The group urged Isoko citizens worldwide to contribute generously to the project, emphasizing stable electricity as crucial for sustainable development.
  • They also appealed to the Governor of Delta State for government intervention to address electricity challenges and unlock economic potential in the area.

The Isoko Development and Leadership Movement has launched a fundraising campaign to acquire electricity transformers and other essential infrastructure aimed at improving stable power supply across the Isoko nation. The movement is calling on Isoko citizens globally to support this initiative with generous contributions.

Isoko deserves development. Isoko deserves a brighter futureโ€ฆ Access to stable electricity is a fundamental requirement for sustainable development. We are committed to mobilising stakeholders toward achieving this objective

โ€” Isoko Development and Leadership MovementStating the importance of stable electricity for the region's progress.

According to Chief Executive of Henrienco Holdings and convener of the group, Mr. Henry Ochuko Odugba, stable electricity is a fundamental requirement for sustainable development in Isoko. The group stated its commitment to mobilizing stakeholders to achieve this objective and appealed to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State to facilitate lasting solutions to the area's persistent electricity challenges. They believe timely government intervention would not only enhance living conditions but also unlock significant economic opportunities, potentially transforming Isoko into a hub for commerce and industry.

Timely government intervention will not only improve living conditions, but also unlock the enormous economic opportunities capable of transforming Isoko into a thriving hub of commerce and industry

โ€” Isoko Development and Leadership MovementAppealing for government support to address electricity challenges.

Odugba personally contributed to the fundraising, reiterating the group's strong opposition to the prolonged power issues plaguing Isoko communities. He emphasized that electricity is the backbone of economic growth, industrialization, youth empowerment, business expansion, healthcare, education, and overall community development. He urged Isoko natives, both within Nigeria and in the diaspora, to unite beyond political, religious, and social differences for the collective goal of a brighter and more prosperous Isoko nation.

Electricity remains the backbone of economic growth, industrialization, youth empowerment, business expansion, healthcare delivery, education, and overall community development

โ€” Henry Ochuko OdugbaHighlighting the critical role of electricity in community development.
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