Senator Ned Nwoko, representing Delta North in the National Assembly, has demonstrated his commitment to improving the lives of Anioma people, with the installation of solar-powered water boreholes.
In line with his goal, Senator Nwoko has embarked on providing solar-powered water boreholes to several communities in the region. Two communities have already benefited from this initiative: Umunede in Ika North East and Idumuje-Ugboko in Aniocha North. The solar-powered boreholes were inaugurated in December 2024 and have since been a lifeline for the residents of these areas.
During an inspection of the projects, Dr. Michael Nwoko, the Senator’s Chief of Staff, shared the positive impact these water projects have had on the communities. He emphasized that the new water systems had significantly reduced the struggle for access to potable water, which has long been a problem in the region.
“The borehole is powered by renewable energy, so neither the community members nor the Senator will have to worry about the cost of fuel or diesel to power generators.
“This project is a key part of the Senator’s efforts to provide clean and potable water to the people of Delta North. It will be replicated in other communities across the region” Dr. Michael stated.
The introduction of the solar-powered boreholes has been warmly received by the residents of both communities, who have expressed their deep appreciation for the Senator’s efforts.
In Idumuje-Ugboko, Mrs. Dorathy Agalim, a community member, recounted the community’s long history of water scarcity, “We have suffered for water for many years until Senator Nwoko provided this borehole for us. Before now, we had to buy water for N500 per gallon. But now, we get water for free,” she said, her face beaming with joy.
Mrs. Agalim further detailed the hardships the community faced in sourcing water before the borehole, “We used to go to the stream at 4 a.m. and trek up a hill with buckets to fetch water. Sometimes, we would climb the hill up to eight times to get enough water. What Senator Nwoko has done for us is a great relief. May God bless him. We will continue to support him.”
Similarly, Chief Amos Okonuwa Onyeagwu, the Akinuwa of Umunede Kingdom, also praised the Senator for his timely intervention.
Senator Ned Nwoko’s initiative is a testament to his unwavering dedication to improving the lives of the people of Delta North.
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