Niger Delta Leaders Advocate for Tantita Pipeline Support

Leaders from the Niger Delta have urged for continued support for Tantita Security Services, which is responsible for safeguarding oil pipelines in the region. During a parliamentary roundtable, traditional rulers and community leaders highlighted the company's positive impact on security and local employment, noting that it has created 60 indigenous jobs and covers 80% of the area.

King Mondai Obukohwo Whiskei welcomed the parliamentary vote of confidence in Tantita, emphasizing that the company has improved security without succumbing to media propaganda. Sam Akpemegi, President General of the Ughelli Descendants Union, praised Tantita's operational strategies, while HRM Engr.

Ogaga Ikpoku endorsed the National Assembly's decision as beneficial for peace and stability in oil-producing communities. Idu Christoph Akpotu called for stakeholders to prioritize economic benefits and warned against infighting among communities.

The leaders urged Tantita to adopt an inclusive approach to ensure fair distribution of opportunities and benefits from the surveillance contract.