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Split Much Larger N138.7 billion Surveillance Contracts To Accommodate More Stakeholders, Not Tantita’s Performing Little, Bibaikefie to FG.
Split Much Larger N138.7 billion Surveillance Contracts To Accommodate More Stakeholders, Not Tantita’s Performing Little, Bibaikefie to FG.
A know Civil Rights and Good Governance Niger Delta rights and advocate, Prince (Dr.) Peretengboro Klintin Bibaikefie has told the Federal Government to split the much N138.7 Billion Pipeline Surveillance Contract earlier awarded to the Olu of Warri instead of yielding to pressures to terminate that awarded to renown Niger Delta Warlord, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo fundly known as Tompolo, whose Tantita Security Service Ltd. have made evidential progress in the War Against Oil Theft in Nigeria, in les than one year.
This was contained in a statement, personally signed by him, a copy of which was availed IduwiniVoice News Desk.
Peretengboro said those calling for a split or termination of Tompolo’s Tantita Security Services Pipeline Surveillance can at best be described as agents of Large Scale Oil Thiefing Cartel who are bent on thwarting the visible gains the company has made so far.
He opined that such efforts had better be directed at splitting the obviously oversized N138.7 billion security contract, awarded to the Old of Warri which has shown no visible successes. This will accommodate other capable persons including former warlords who are scrambling desperately to be adequately involved in the Surveillance Contract, thereby leading to the employment of many more people to effectively safeguard not only the Oil Pipelines, but also the host communities and their environment.
Bibaikefie emphasized that while an expansion of the contract for a wider coverage is crucial, derobing a performing Tompolo whose contributed in no small measures to creation of the Niger Delta Pipeline Surveillance Contract and have credibly performed, runs fowl of both natural justice, and such intentions or entreaties must be discountenanced by the President Tinubu led Federal Government of Nigeria.
“Splitting a much bigger N138.7 billion contract that has no known employees into four will entrenched both efficiency, accommodate more of the salivating interests, and create more employment opportunities for Youths of the Oil Producing Communities rather than harmtwist a man like Tompolo’s N48 billion who’s Tantita Security Service has outperformed even the Nigerian Navy.
“People must be making a lot of efforts for President Tinubu to terminate Tantita’s contract for obvious reasons; to either revive their dead Oil Thiefing Business or to have a taste of the juicy Pipeline Surveillance Contract, but Mr. President must learn from both the mistakes of former Presidents Obasanjo and Buhari, and from the skills of former Presidents Yar’adua and Jonathan who got it right in the War Against Oil Theft.
” I have no problem with anybody, especially Former Warlords seeking for the contract, but if Mr. President must touch anybody’s contract if cannot be Tompolo’s performing one. Split the humongous unperforming one to accommodate more actors instead.” Bibaikefie posited.
IduwiniVoice recall that Prince (Dr.) Peretengboro had made a related statement late last year, wherein he said “.. rather than calling for the termination of Tompolo’s performing Pipeline Surveillance Contract, Niger Deltans should pressure the Federal Government to make it a complete package-increase the monthly cost of the contract to N10 billion, allocate N6 billion to a world-class construction company to construct highways, seaports, bridges, rail lines across the underdeveloped creeks of the Niger Delta, while allowing Tompolo to continue with his Surveillance Contract with the remaining N4 billion.
Bibaikefie had explained then, that “the funding could be easily achieved with a combined source of Private Investors, Excess Crude Account, 13% derivation, Multinational Oil Companies, State Governments, and the Federal Government.”
Peretengboro further advised that synergy rather than unhealthy competition is needed amongst power brokers both amongst Niger Delta Warlords and from the Federal Government to achieve a Win-Win for the ongoing War Against Oil Theft and Environmental Degradation.
By Favour Bibaikefie
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has issued a stern warning to military personnel deployed across the Niger Delta, cautioning them against involvement in oil theft and any act capable of undermining Nigeria’s critical oil infrastructure.
General Oluyede gave the warning during an operational engagement with troops and military commanders in the oil-rich region, where he emphasized the strategic importance of safeguarding national assets and maintaining the integrity of ongoing security operations.
According to the Defence Chief, the Armed Forces remain fully committed to protecting Nigeria’s oil and gas facilities, which serve as the backbone of the nation’s economy. He stressed that any compromise by personnel entrusted with this responsibility would amount to a betrayal of national trust.
“The protection of oil infrastructure is a sacred national duty,” Oluyede stated. “Any personnel found to be involved in oil theft or sabotage will face strict disciplinary measures in accordance with military regulations.”
He further warned that the military leadership would not tolerate any form of collusion between security personnel and criminal networks engaged in illegal oil bunkering, pipeline vandalism, or economic sabotage.
Military authorities have repeatedly identified oil theft as a major threat to Nigeria’s economic stability, with billions of naira reportedly lost annually due to illegal bunkering activities and pipeline vandalism. The Niger Delta, which accounts for the bulk of the country’s crude oil production, has remained a focal point of both economic activity and security operations.
A senior military officer familiar with ongoing operations noted that recent reforms and intensified surveillance have begun to yield positive results. “We are strengthening internal monitoring mechanisms to ensure accountability among our personnel while sustaining pressure on criminal elements,” the officer said.
Security analysts say the CDS’s directive signals renewed determination by the military high command to enforce discipline within its ranks while restoring public confidence in the Armed Forces’ role as protectors of national resources.
General Oluyede reassured Nigerians that the military remains resolute in its mission to secure the Niger Delta and support national economic recovery. He urged troops to remain professional and loyal to their constitutional responsibilities, emphasizing that their conduct directly impacts national stability and economic progress.
The warning comes amid ongoing federal efforts to curb oil theft, increase crude oil production, and stabilize revenue generation, which remains vital to Nigeria’s fiscal sustainability.
By Admin
Abuja – A proposal to create 31 additional states across Nigeria is currently under consideration by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitutional Review. According to the committee, the move aims to address concerns about representation, governance, and regional development across the country.
The proposed states are distributed across various geopolitical zones, with six states suggested for the North-Central region, four for the North-East, five for the North-West, five for the South-South, and seven for the South-West. The committee has indicated that the proposal is in line with Section 8(1) of the Nigerian Constitution, which outlines the requirements for state creation.
Proposed States by Region
North-Central
1. Benue Ala (Benue)
2. Okun (Kogi)
3. Okura (Kogi)
4. Confluence (Kogi)
5. Apa-Agba (Benue South Senatorial District)
6. Apa (Benue)
7. Federal Capital Territory, Abuja (as an autonomous state)
North-East
8. Amana (Adamawa)
9. Katagum (Bauchi)
10. Savannah (Borno)
11. Muri (Taraba)
North-West
12. New Kaduna (Kaduna)
13. Gurara (Kaduna)
14. Tiga (Kano)
15. Kainji (Kebbi)
16. Ghari (Kano)
South-East
17. Etiti (New)
18. Adada (Enugu)
19. Urashi (New)
20. Orlu (Imo)
21. Aba (Abia)
South-South
22. Ogoja (Cross River)
23. Warri (Delta)
24. Bori (Rivers)
25. Obolo (Rivers & Akwa Ibom), possibly a renamed Oil Rivers State
South-West
26. Toru-Ebe (Delta, Edo & Ondo)
27. Ibadan (Oyo)
28. Lagoon (Lagos & Ogun)
29. Ibeju (Ogun)
30. Ife-Ijesha (Ogun, Oyo & Osun)
31. Oke-Ogun (Ogun, Oyo & Osun)
Constitutional Process for State Creation
The proposal will require approval through a series of legislative steps. The Nigerian Constitution stipulates that for a new state to be established, it must be supported by at least a two-thirds majority in the National Assembly, the State House of Assembly, and local government councils in the affected areas. Additionally, a referendum will be conducted, with the final decision forwarded to the National Assembly for ratification.
This proposed restructuring has generated mixed reactions, with some viewing it as a step toward decentralization and regional autonomy, while others question its feasibility given Nigeria’s economic and political landscape.
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INC Demands the Creation of Toru-ebe and Oil Rivers States to Address the Underdevelopment of Ijaw Nation.
By Admin – Yenagoa
Ijaw National Congress (INC), the highest socio-cultural body representing the Ijaw people globally, has renewed its call for the establishment of two homogeneous Ijaw states—Toru-Ebe and Oil Rivers—citing persistent infrastructural under-development, political marginalization, and environmental neglect.
This was disclosed during a press conference held on Wednesday at Ijaw Ware in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The INC President, Prof. Benjamin Okaba, emphasized that despite being Nigeria’s fourth-largest ethnic group and hosting some of the country’s key oil export terminals as the single highest producer of oil and gas, the Ijaw people have endured systemic neglect, both in infrastructure and politics.
“We call on the Senate President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and all distinguished members of the National Assembly to seize this moment in history and act in the interest of justice,” Prof. Okaba stated.
He described this demand as a crucial step toward achieving justice, equity, and lasting peace in the Niger Delta, stressing that it would help redress historical injustices, drive economic progress, and secure a better future for the Ijaw people.
According to the INC, the creation of the proposed states would not only address issues of political exclusion and under-development, but also strengthen national unity. The organization urged all Ijaw people, along with other well-meaning Nigerians, to support the move towards the actualization of this critical milestone for fairness and equity.