Manpower Training Development and Employees' Performance of Electricity Distribution Company in Delta State

This study examines the effect of manpower training and development on employees’ performance using secondary data analysis. The study synthesizes evidence from peer-reviewed journals, textbooks, and institutional reports in the field of human resource management and organizational behavior. Drawing on Human Capital Theory and supporting motivational frameworks, the study evaluates how structured training programs influence employee productivity, efficiency, service delivery, and organizational competitiveness. The methodology adopted is a descriptive research design based entirely on secondary data sources, analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Findings from empirical literature consistently demonstrate that organizations investing in systematic training and development programs record improved employee competence, reduced operational errors, increased job satisfaction, and enhanced overall performance. The study concludes that manpower training is a strategic investment rather than a cost and recommends institutionalized training policies, regular training needs assessment, and performance-based evaluation systems.