Buhari wasn't materialistic, Tompolo mourns former President

By Akpokona Omafuaire, UGHELLI 

THE Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL) and the Ibe-Ebidouwei of the Ijaw Nation, High Chief Dr. Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has described late former President Muhammadu Buhari as a non-materialistic leader who served the country.

Tompolo made the call in his personally signed mourning statement of the demised leader.

According to him, "Buhari was a principled and patriotic Nigerian who contributed his quota to the development of Nigeria during his tenure as  President from 2015 to 2023.

"He was not a materialistic person and was content with what God blessed him with.

"He sought persons of character, goodwill, and vigour to serve the country while he was President. 

"That informed his hiring of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited to handle the surveillance of critical oil and gas facilities in 2022, when the country's oil and gas infrastructures were bleeding. 

"Today, the story is different as the country is progressing steadily towards attaining a peak in oil production. 

"Nigerians will miss his contributions to the unity and peace of their country.

"I extend my heartfelt condolences to the country, his family, and close associates. May his soul rest in peace." He added.

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Delta Police arrest five suspected kidnappers, kill others

***** Recover N.5m and arms 

By Akpokona Omafuaire, UGHELLI 

THE Delta State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has arrested five suspected kidnapper, kill others and recovered arms in series of operations  in Oshimili and Ughelli areas of the state.

This was revealed in a press statement by Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe.

According to the statement "On 12th July 2025 at about 0630hrs, the command Special Anti-kidnapping and cyber crime squad, CSP Godwin Osadolor led operatives and trailed suspected kidnappers terrorising Delta State to their hideout at Ogwashi Ukwu in Oshimili North LGA of Delta State.

"A suspected kidnapper named Sanusi Abdulahi was arrested in possession of ransom of Five Million Naira (#5,000,000) which was part of the ransom they collected from one of thier victims. 

"Preliminary investigation revealed that they were allegedly responsible for a series of kidnappings at Ibusa  Ogwash-Ukwu, Obulu-Okiti, Isele-Ukwu, Isele-Asagba and most recently the kidnapping of a young lady at Ogwash-Ukwu on the 9th July 2025. 

"The suspect led the operatives to their hideout at second Deputy, and Oko in Asaba, where four other members of his gang were also arrested. Investigation is ongoing.

"On the 9th of July, 2025, at about 0835 hrs, along the Patani-Ughelli Expressway, near the Unenurhei axis, Operatives of CP-Special assignment team in a sting operation raided the hideout of Solomon Danisco aka “Picolo”, Nelson Jacob, Oruma Saturday, Olise Jude, Precious Urhobowin, Whisky Rufus, aka “Asawana”, a native of Ewu community. 

"During the operation, the suspects, heavily armed, engaged the operatives in a fierce gun duel during which the suspects and their gang members sustained serious gunshot injuries. 

"They were taken to the hospital, where six of them were confirmed dead while two others are still receiving treatment. Exhibit recovered includes four (4) locally-made guns and nineteen (19) rounds of live cartridges." It added.

TANTITA: CMA tackles UPU leaders, clarifies facts

By Akpokona Omafuaire

THE Common Men Assembly (CMA) has condemned calls by leadership of Urhobo Progress Union for the termination of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited contract in Urhobo land, and clarifies that such call was misplaced.

The group made the call in a statement signed by Sct. Jude P Angodideke, National Chairman yesterday.

The group said that it finds it imperative to set the records straight in the interest of truth, justice, and national security.

The statement read, "The Common Men Assembly, a grassroots socio-developmental platform committed to the empowerment of ordinary citizens and the peace of the Niger Delta region, strongly condemns the deliberate misinformation and baseless accusations leveled against Tantita Security Services – a company that has, over time, demonstrated rare courage and commitment to combating crude oil theft, pipeline vandalism, and environmental sabotage in the Niger Delta.

"Tantita Security Services, under the leadership of High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo) has recorded landmark successes in curbing oil theft and pipeline vandalism, thereby boosting Nigeria's oil production and contributing significantly to the national economy. These feats are well documented and recognized by the Federal Government, security agencies, and international observers.

"Contrary to the UPU’s claims of exclusion or marginalization, Tantita operates across ethnic and regional lines engaging youths and contractors from various communities – including Urhobo, Ijaw, Itsekiri, Isoko, and others. The company has fostered unity and shared responsibility in tackling oil-related crimes.

"Tantita Security Services operates under a legitimate contract with the Nigerian government, and its activities are regularly monitored by relevant regulatory and security agencies. The attempt by UPU to malign such a strategic partner in national development is not only reckless but also counterproductive.

"We urge the leadership of the UPU to exercise caution and seek dialogue rather than incite division. True progress lies in collaboration, not in tribal sentiment or falsehoods. Any grievances should be addressed through proper institutional channels, not through public smear campaigns.

"The Common Men Assembly stands solidly in support of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited* and its transformational work in restoring peace, protecting critical infrastructure, and empowering communities in the Niger Delta. We urge the public and stakeholders to disregard the malicious claims by the UPU, which appear to be motivated by narrow interests rather than the collective good.

"We reaffirm our commitment to truth, unity, and peaceful coexistence among all ethnic groups in our region." It added.