Asari Dokubo's Pipeline Contract Claims Spark Controversy
Former Niger Delta militant Asari Dokubo has made unverified allegations about pipeline surveillance contracts, claiming that Osahon Idahosa and Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, receive approximately N2.7 trillion for pipeline protection. His statements have drawn scrutiny due to inconsistencies in the payment figures, which he referred to as both monthly and annual without providing supporting documents.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited engaged Tantita Security Services Limited in 2022 for pipeline monitoring, with the contract valued at about N48 billion annually. Effective surveillance has reportedly reduced production losses from crude theft and vandalism.
In 2022, Nigeria lost 36.69 million barrels to theft, which decreased to 7.68 million barrels in 2023. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission recorded production of 1,677,777 barrels per day in August 2026.
The controversy underscores the need for transparent and accountable management of surveillance contracts in the Niger Delta.
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