The Executive Director of Technical Operations of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), Captain Warredi Enisuoh, has lamented the generalized culture of indifference among Nigerians as a key factor that contributes to the persistent robbery of crude oil that plagues the Nig Delta, which describes it as sabotage driven by apathy and economic deserperation.
Speaking during a conference entitled, “Fight against oil theft: the impact of private security and the role of the media”, at the inauguration of the high chief Dr. Dr. Government Ekpemupol Nigeria's resources continue to be what crazy to cities and the captain of Ciudadals and the Captain of Ciudadals, and Nigeria's resources continue with the anocipo of the Cath Chapel. ruthless.
“I can tell you here that we don't care,” said Enisuoh without Rodeos. “If you don't care, people will come and take their resources. Others are teaching their children to worry, and will dominate yours with knowledge and everything. No one can steal their environment without their collaboration,” he added.
He stressed that many oil theft operations imply complicity of local communities and even registered companies, adding that the Niger Delta could rival accommodated areas such as Banana Island if its residents really protected their natural wealth.
Citing shocking examples, he revealed that foreign actors operate with impunity. “We have seen oil companies that come from the Republic of Niger to steal oil. These trucks are specially designed, equipped with cylinders inside their trunks to hide crude oil. Some even reach the documents and plates of the cloning vehicle to avoid detection.”
He urged residents, particularly those of the Niger Delta, to inform any suspicious activity. “By law, vehicles must show their numbers plates. If you see trucks without numbers of numbers that move through the delta, they are criminal trucks,” he warned.
According to Captain Enisuoh, efforts to reduce illegal refining operations are already producing significant, both economically and environmentally. “The air around Port Harcourt is cleaner. Most illegal refineries have closed. The waters are lighter, the fish return and this project is saving lives.”
However, the battle has not come without its challenges. “When we started, crude oil production was between 700 and 800 barrels per day. Today, there are about 1.7 million barrels daily. But this progress was not easy, it came with resistance, violence and danger,” he revealed.
Beyond the theft of oil, ENISUOH also addressed the health crisis of the region. “If medical tests were performed in people in this region, I would discover that nine out of ten suffer from kidney disease. Then, when someone collapses to their side, he does not assume that he was doing his grandmother. He is likely to be environmental.”
In addition, he revealed that communities sometimes rent valves illegally installed in pipes to oil thieves for up to N6 million per week. “Once the payment is made, the thieves are shown where the valve is. They open it as a tap and get raw. But, can you blame them? People are desperate. They need to pay school rates, feed their families and survive,” he added.
To address the root causes, Tantita has begun to reintegrate former criminals in the security framework. “We saw this as an opportunity to address socio -economic problems by providing significant work for former criminals so they can live decently.”
On the role of the media, Enisuoh praised journalists for their support in the oil robbery campaign. “We assume this work to illuminate our people, but I must say that journalists have been our teachers.”
He encouraged Nuj to continue using the power of the press to boost responsibility and increase public awareness. Based on global examples, he illustrated the enormous influence of journalism, telling how CNN's strategic coverage during the Gulf War was used to measure the global reaction, and how an Australian journalist risk everything to save an innocent black falsely accused of murder.
“These stories show that journalists are not just stories narrators; they are defenders of justice and awareness. We know that many of you are under pressure, but your role cannot be exaggerated,” he said.
Meanwhile, Delta's state governor, the honorable Honorable Sheriff Oborevwori, congratulated the Nuj Warri chapel for acquiring a permanent secretariat. Represented by the Executive Director (projects) of Desopadec, Dr. Ebenezer Okorodudu, the governor described him as a rare feat, uniquely anywhere else in the country.
“So, I congratulate this center for this great achievement,” he said.
He also expressed his gratitude to the high head of the Ekpemupolo government and the high boss (Engr.) Kestin Pondi for his efforts in the construction of the Secretariat. According to Governor Oborevwori, “Tantita, in just a few years of existence, has distinguished itself as an organization with a clear sense of purpose and a good understanding of social realities.
“They are not only committed to their central mandate, but also continually seek ways to contribute significantly to society.”
He stressed the importance of communication in governance, praising the nuj for his fundamental role in the dissemination of information. “Government's policies and activities, as well as several developments within society, must communicate to people. The Nuj in the state of Delta and throughout Nigeria has distinguished itself in this regard.
“I must congratulate the Nuj for his entrepreneurial spirit. Therefore, journalists are rightly known as the fourth heritage of the Kingdom. I congratulate you. He is going well and I know that you will continue doing well.
“Thank you for being a good partner for the Government of the State of Delta. The Government is satisfied with the NUJ and will continue to collaborate with the Union to fulfill its responsibilities.”
In his welcome speech, the president of the Nuj Warri Chapel, comrade Victor Okpomor, declared that the Secretariat was completely built and furnished with good taste for Tompolo. He described Nuj Warri as a lighthouse of hope and a formidable force within the union in the state of Delta.
Comrade Okpomor said that for more than 30 years since its establishment, the Nuj Warri Chapel had fought under the load of annual rental payments.
Other dignitaries who spoke at the event included Hon. Donald Ojogor; National President of NUJ, comrade at the Ahassan Yahya; The Orosuen of the Okere-Urhobo Kingdom, HRM OGHEOCHUKO OHWOTEMU; The Ovie of the Kingdom of Idjerhe, HRM King on Monday Obukohwo whiskey (Uudurhie I); and the registrar of the Nigerian Maritime University (NMU), Okerenkoko, Mr. Paul Benenimibo, among others.
The awards were presented to TSSNL, Lily Hospital, Alto Chief Kestin Pondi, Chief Thomas Eereyitomi, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku of the NDDC, Peter Dunia, Prince Olusoji Olatunji, ACP Aliu Shaba and HRM King Monday Obukohwo Whiskey.
The recently opened press center is a testimony of Tantita's commitment not only with oil security but also the strengthening of democratic institutions such as the press.
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