Private Security Success: Tantita's Role in Curbing Oil Theft Praised by NPVNBO

    National Probity and Value for Nation building Organization (NPVNBO) has recently become aware of the statement issued by the Coalition of Civil Society Groups in Nigeria regarding the awarding of oil pipeline surveillance contracts to security companies. The coalition has specifically highlighted the contract given to Tantita Ltd, owned by Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo.

It's important to first acknowledge the dire state of the nation's oil sector before the security companies, particularly Tantita Security Company Limited, came on board. When the armed forces were solely responsible for pipeline protection, Nigeria's oil output had plummeted to a mere 500,000 barrels per day, resulting in unprecedented levels of crude oil theft and minimal profits for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). This had seriously damaged the nation's economy and environment.

However, since the engagement of Tantita Security Services to safeguard our critical oil installations, the situation has dramatically improved. Our oil output has now increased to 1.5 million barrels per day, as recently reported by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). This is a testament to the success of the federal government's, NNPCL's, and Tantita Security Company's collaborative efforts.

The unwavering commitment of Tantita Limited in salvaging our country and its economy from the brink of collapse is evident in the return of investor confidence in the oil and gas sector, as well as a cleaner environment, as attested to by the people in the oil-producing communities of the Niger Delta. Furthermore, the engagement of Tantita Pipeline Security and Surveillance Company has led to a significant drop in the crime rate in the region, as it has provided employment opportunities for many youths.

Tantita's achievements are also noteworthy, such as the arrest of some vessel  which are  engaged in crude oil theft within the last year. Well-meaning Nigerians can see and testify to the benefits of engaging private security contractors, as exemplified by the patriotic and efficient work of Tantita Pipeline Security and Surveillance Company.

We commend the efforts of the federal government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, NNPCL, the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, Tantita Pipeline Surveillance and Security Company, and other private contractors, as well as the Nigerian Army, Navy, Police Force, and Civil Defence and Security Corps (NCDSC). We believe that as a nation, we are up to the task of getting rid of the criminal gangs engaged in crude oil theft.

The campaign of calumny from detractors must stop so that the good work of the security company, which is based on strict criteria, including operational capacity, technical expertise, and a demonstrated commitment to the rule of law, can continue uninterrupted.