Delta Monarchs Task FG Renewing  on renewal of Pipeline Surveillance Contract

Traditional rulers from Ijaw, Urhobo, Isoko and Ndokwa extractions in Delta State have appealed to President Bola Tinubu on the need to renew the pipeline surveillance contract in the Niger  Delta region awarded to Tantita Security Services. The monarchs made the appeal in an open letter to the President, after its enlarged meeting, held palace […]

Traditional rulers from Ijaw, Urhobo, Isoko and Ndokwa extractions in Delta State have appealed to President Bola Tinubu on the need to renew the pipeline surveillance contract in the Niger  Delta region awarded to Tantita Security Services.

The monarchs made the appeal in an open letter to the President, after its enlarged meeting, held palace of HRM Dr. Emmanuel E. Sideso, OON, JP, Ovie of Uvwie Kingdom. Delta State..

According to them, the company has delivered measurable results in securing oil and gas infrastructure in the region leading to increase in production output..

They noted that the firm’s operations have led to a significant reduction in criminal activities, especially pipeline vandals across the region.

“There has been a reduction in criminality on all fronts, including illegal bunkering, crude oil theft, kidnapping, sea piracy, armed robbery and youth restiveness,” the statement added.

” Nigeria’s oil production has increased to about 1.8 million barrels per day, with gas output also rising, a development that has attracted more foreign direct investment.

The monarchs, however, opposed calls for decentralisation of the pipeline surveillance contract, warning that such a move could reverse the gains recorded.

“We appeal to Mr. President to renew and expand the scope of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Ltd to enhance increased oil and gas output and ensure optimum peace and stability in the region,” they said.

In a related development, Tantita’s Coordinators from Itsekiri ethnic group condemned the calls by some individuals seeking the revocation of the firm’s pipeline surveillance contract

The group In a statement signed Mr Ebisam Fenemigho, Mr Fidelis Ete Lori and three others, noted the calls do not represent the interests of the people but driven by “selfish motives and personal gain.”

The statement noted that the pipeline surveillance contract awarded to Tantita, reflects the Federal Government’s commitment to protecting critical oil and gas infrastructure.