Delta State says it is positioning itself as one of Nigeria’s leading investment destinations by leveraging its extensive infrastructure, abundant natural resources, reliable electricity supply and strategic maritime advantages.
Addressing journalists ahead of the Delta State Economic and Investment Summit 2026, scheduled to hold in Asaba from August 3 to 5, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Dr. Kingsley Emu, said the administration of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has laid a solid foundation for industrial growth through sustained investments in roads, bridges, electricity and transport infrastructure.
According to him, the state government has constructed and rehabilitated more than 2,600 kilometres of roads and over 20 bridges, improving access to rural communities, reducing transportation costs and enhancing connectivity along major economic corridors.
Emu identified the Delta Special Economic Zone as one of the state’s most strategic investment assets, noting that its proximity to the OB-3 gas pipeline provides investors with access to some of the most affordable and reliable electricity in the country.
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“The infrastructure has been provided. Government has created the enabling environment. Investors can come into Delta and enjoy competitive energy costs that many other states cannot offer,” he said.
He further disclosed that Delta currently operates an independent power system generating about 8.5 megawatts of electricity for government offices and public institutions, adding that ongoing reforms in the power sector would expand access to affordable electricity for industries.
Highlighting the state’s maritime strengths, the SSG said Delta is home to four seaports, two airports and a 163-kilometre Atlantic coastline, giving it a significant advantage in trade and investment.
He noted that the government is actively promoting opportunities in the blue economy by encouraging investments in aquaculture, commercial fishing, fish feed production, cold-chain logistics, seafood processing and marine transportation.
According to Emu, the Ekpan and Ugborikoko areas host one of the largest concentrations of fish ponds in West Africa, where fish farming has improved livelihoods and created sustainable employment opportunities for thousands of residents.
Beyond its maritime potential, he said Delta is endowed with valuable mineral resources, including coal, lignite, kaolin and silica, which present significant opportunities for mining, manufacturing and power generation.
He explained that coal extracted from parts of the state is already being supplied to major cement manufacturers, while plans are underway to utilise the resource for electricity generation to support industrial growth.
The SSG disclosed that the state government has, over the past three years, actively engaged investors in China, Brazil and other strategic markets to showcase Delta’s investment potential.
He said investment discussions held in São Paulo yielded promising results, with several Brazilian firms expected to participate in the summit, while a number of Chinese companies have also indicated strong interest in attending.
Emu added that the state has developed detailed investment prospectuses and launched a dedicated summit website to facilitate engagement with investors before, during and after the event.
He expressed optimism that the summit would mark a significant milestone in Delta’s economic development by attracting investments that will accelerate industrialisation, boost exports and create employment opportunities for the state’s growing youthful population.
“The opportunities are enormous. We have the resources, the infrastructure, the connectivity and the political will. What we seek now is partnership with investors who are ready to grow with Delta,” he said.
