Tantita Wins Big As National Assembly Heaps Praises, Passes Vote of Confidence
By Ndu Samuel
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited recorded a major institutional endorsement as the National Assembly heaped praises on the pipeline surveillance firm and passed a vote of confidence in its operations across the Niger Delta.
The commendation came during a Parliamentary Roundtable on pipeline security and crude oil theft, where lawmakers undertook a comprehensive review of efforts to curb economic sabotage in the oil and gas sector. At the end of the session, legislators across party lines were unanimous in their position that Tantita has delivered measurable and verifiable results.
Lawmakers noted that prior to Tantita’s engagement, Nigeria was losing significant volumes of crude oil daily to theft and pipeline vandalism. However, they stated that the company’s intervention has led to a drastic reduction in such activities, with corresponding improvements in oil production and government revenue.
Several members described Tantita’s model as “result-oriented and people-driven,” emphasizing that the inclusion of host communities in surveillance operations has proven to be a game changer. According to them, the approach has not only improved intelligence gathering but has also reduced local complicity in illegal bunkering.
The lawmakers further maintained that the visible decline in pipeline breaches across the Niger Delta is a testament to the company’s effectiveness. They stressed that any attempt to disrupt or discontinue such a working system could reverse the gains already recorded.
In their collective position, the National Assembly expressed strong backing for the continuation of Tantita’s pipeline surveillance contract, urging relevant authorities to sustain and even strengthen the existing framework. They also called for closer synergy between Tantita, security agencies and regulatory bodies to ensure long-term success.
Speaking during the session, the Managing Director of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Kestin Pondi, gave an in-depth account of the company’s operations and field experiences. He told lawmakers that tackling crude oil theft requires sustained collaboration, advanced technology and the active involvement of host communities.
Pondi explained that Tantita has adopted a grassroots-driven strategy that empowers local youths, many of whom were previously involved in illegal activities, to become part of the solution. He noted that this has significantly reduced sabotage while fostering peace and economic inclusion.
He further disclosed that the company has identified and dismantled numerous illegal refining camps and pipeline tapping points, often in hard-to-reach creeks and swamps.
The Tantita MD appealed to lawmakers to support policies that will enhance transparency, operational efficiency and sustained funding for pipeline security. He also stressed the importance of maintaining consistency in surveillance contracts to avoid creating gaps that could be exploited by criminal elements.
In response, lawmakers commended Pondi for what they described as a “frank and insightful presentation,” noting that his remarks provided clarity on both the achievements and challenges in the sector. They reiterated their confidence in Tantita’s capacity and expressed readiness to support legislative measures that will strengthen pipeline protection across the country.
The vote of confidence passed by the National Assembly marks a significant milestone for Tantita, reinforcing its role as a key partner in Nigeria’s fight against crude oil theft and economic sabotage.
Stakeholders across the Niger Delta have welcomed the development, describing it as a timely recognition of effective service delivery and a boost to ongoing efforts aimed at securing critical national assets and promoting economic stability.
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