From Francis Sadhere, Warri
Traditional rulers from Ijaw, Urhobo, Isoko and Ndokwa ethnic nationalities in Delta State have jointly appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to renew and expand the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd, citing its significant contributions to security and economic growth in the Niger Delta.
The appeal was contained in an open letter issued at the end of an enlarged meeting of the monarchs held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Royal Palace of Emmanuel E. Sideso, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom.
In the communiqué, the monarchs congratulated President Tinubu on his 74th birthday, wishing him many more years of good health and service to the nation.
They expressed profound gratitude to the President for awarding the pipeline surveillance contract to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd, noting that the company has demonstrated unwavering commitment in safeguarding oil and gas installations across the Niger Delta.
According to the traditional rulers, the operations of Tantita have led to a marked reduction in criminal activities in the region, including illegal bunkering, “kpofire” (artisanal refining), kidnapping, sea piracy, armed robbery, and youth restiveness.
They further noted that the improved security situation has positively impacted Nigeria’s economy, with increased oil production estimated at about 1.8 million barrels per day, alongside a steady rise in gas output and foreign direct investment.
The monarchs also highlighted environmental gains, stating that reduced pipeline vandalism and illegal refining activities have helped restore both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in the region.
While condemning calls for the decentralization of the surveillance contract, the monarchs clarified that the arrangement is already decentralized, with different contractors overseeing various sections of oil and gas infrastructure across ethnic nationalities.
They therefore urged President Tinubu to not only renew the contract but also expand its scope to consolidate the gains recorded, enhance national revenue, and sustain peace and stability in the Niger Delta.
Traditional rulers from Ijaw, Urhobo, Isoko and Ndokwa ethnic nationalities in Delta State have jointly appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to renew and expand the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd, citing its significant contributions to security and economic growth in the Niger Delta.
The appeal was contained in an open letter issued at the end of an enlarged meeting of the monarchs held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the Royal Palace of Emmanuel E. Sideso, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom.
In the communiqué, the monarchs congratulated President Tinubu on his 74th birthday, wishing him many more years of good health and service to the nation.
They expressed profound gratitude to the President for awarding the pipeline surveillance contract to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd, noting that the company has demonstrated unwavering commitment in safeguarding oil and gas installations across the Niger Delta.
According to the traditional rulers, the operations of Tantita have led to a marked reduction in criminal activities in the region, including illegal bunkering, “kpofire” (artisanal refining), kidnapping, sea piracy, armed robbery, and youth restiveness.
They further noted that the improved security situation has positively impacted Nigeria’s economy, with increased oil production estimated at about 1.8 million barrels per day, alongside a steady rise in gas output and foreign direct investment.
The monarchs also highlighted environmental gains, stating that reduced pipeline vandalism and illegal refining activities have helped restore both aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems in the region.
While condemning calls for the decentralization of the surveillance contract, the monarchs clarified that the arrangement is already decentralized, with different contractors overseeing various sections of oil and gas infrastructure across ethnic nationalities.
They therefore urged President Tinubu to not only renew the contract but also expand its scope to consolidate the gains recorded, enhance national revenue, and sustain peace and stability in the Niger Delta.
