Surveillance: IYC Passes Vote Of Confidence On Tantita, Tells FG To Ignore Saboteurs
By Ndu Samuel
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has issued a strong warning against individuals and groups seeking to undermine the operations of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, declaring the firm “untouchable” in view of its proven track record in safeguarding Nigeria’s oil assets.
In a press briefing on Friday, the Council cautioned that any attempt to distract or disrupt Tantita’s operations would be resisted, urging the Federal Government under Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ignore what it described as “sponsored sabotage and baseless agitations.”
The IYC stated that before the engagement of Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, Nigeria was grappling with unprecedented levels of crude oil theft, illegal refining, and pipeline vandalism, which placed the nation’s economy under severe strain.
According to the Council, the intervention of Tantita has since reversed the trend, leading to a significant reduction in oil theft, improved crude oil production, and renewed confidence in the security of oil and gas infrastructure across the Niger Delta.
Describing these gains as “undeniable and verifiable,” the IYC noted that the pipeline surveillance contract has also brought about widespread inclusion, engaging stakeholders across communities and providing employment for thousands of youths in the region.
“The structure and operations of Tantita reflect inclusivity and strategic coordination that cannot be rivaled,” the Council said, adding that the company’s grassroots intelligence network has played a pivotal role in its success.
The IYC dismissed calls for the decentralization of the pipeline surveillance contract as “unpatriotic and self-serving,” warning that such moves are capable of derailing the progress achieved and reintroducing instability in the Niger Delta.
It further clarified that Tantita is not the only operator in the region, stressing that its framework already accommodates participants from various states and communities, making claims of exclusion misleading.
Beyond pipeline security, the Council highlighted Tantita’s contributions to peace-building, environmental restoration through reduced oil spills, and economic empowerment of local populations.
In light of these achievements, the IYC called on the Federal Government to not only sustain but expand and institutionalize the contract with Tantita, describing the company as “tested, trusted, and results-driven.”
Passing a resounding vote of confidence on the firm, the Council reaffirmed that Tompolo remains the most suitable figure to oversee pipeline security operations, noting that his leadership continues to deliver measurable results.
The IYC also urged Niger Delta leaders, youths, and stakeholders to remain united, emphasizing that unity among Ijaw leaders is critical to achieving sustainable development, peace, and long-term prosperity in the region.
“The unity of Ijaw leaders remains the panacea for sustainable development and must be upheld above sectional interests,” the statement noted.
The Council concluded by stressing that any criticism of Tantita and its leadership does not reflect the collective will of the Ijaw people, warning that Nigeria’s economic stability must not be sacrificed for what it termed “unpatriotic schemes.”
The statement was signed by Amb. (Dr) Binebai Yerin Princewill, Spokesman of the IYC
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