By Azuka Offor
The Anambra State Commissioner for Power, Engr. Casmir Chinenye Agummadu, on July 16 met with the management of First Power in Awka to strengthen collaboration on improving electricity distribution statewide.
Agummadu said the meeting provided a practical platform to assess the electricity distribution network, identify priority intervention areas, and advance solutions that will improve service delivery across Anambra State.
The Commissioner commended First Power’s efforts despite infrastructure challenges and urged residents to report energy theft and vandalism, assuring offenders would face the full weight of the law.
Managing Director of First Power, Engr. Okechukwu Okafor, outlined five strategic projects, including new injection substations and network upgrades, aimed at strengthening electricity infrastructure across communities.
Okafor expressed confidence that the projects would deliver more reliable electricity, stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and improve the quality of life for residents across the state.
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Power and Water Resources, Mr. Victor Ezekwo, welcomed the partnership and reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting initiatives that will achieve sustainable, round-the-clock electricity supply.
Technical Adviser to the Commissioner, Engr. Emeka Onuorah, commended First Power for the noticeable improvement in electricity supply, describing the company’s recent performance as encouraging and worthy of recognition.
Also present were Engr. Ifeoma Uba, Head of Operations; Engr. Emeka Egbujor, Chief Technical Officer; Dr. Nnenna Obi, Chief Commercial Officer; Izunna Okafor, Head of Communications; Engr. O.T. Udechukwu, Head of Projects; and Engr. Fimber Ajegbu of the Ministry.
The meeting ended with further deliberations and a group photograph..
Azuka Offor is of the ministry of information and Value Reformation Anambra State, Awka.
