Relief as Tantita Fixes deplorable Delta Roads

*Bendel Estate Residents in jubilant mood, hail Tompolo for intervention

*Intervention meant to complement Governor Oborevwori M.O.R.E Agenda – Company Source

Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), a pipeline security surveillance company operated by Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has moved in to repair some deplorable roads in Delta State, especially in Effurun , a commercial hub of the state.

Findings showed that the board of the company chaired by Tompolo, took the decision to repair some strategic roads in the commercial city at a meeting held in May.

Reports indicated that the board of the company was worried by the deplorable state of some important roads in the area and the plight of road users and residents in general.

To drive home the board’s resolution, a construction company was hired and mobilised to the sites to kick-start the initiative.

Already, the initiative, which the company’s sources said it was aimed at complementing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s developmental strides in the state, has seen to the repair of roads in Bendel Estate axis of Effurun, the headquarters of Uvwie Local Government Area of the state.

The roads in Bendel Estate, an upscale and elitist settlement in the city, had been in bad shape over years, neglected by successive state and local authorities, preceding Oborevwori administration.

The roads were littered with deep craters and big pot holes, particularly at a spot by the NNPC Junior Staff Club.

The roads became nightmares to residents and visitors.

However, correspondents, who visited the areas on Wednesday reported that the plight of the road users and commuters in the area have been consigned to history.

Residents and motorists have heaved a sigh of relief.

The main road leading to the estate, from the junction at Avweniyare Filling Station down to the terminal point has been repaired and tarred.

The adjoining roads were not left out.

Motorists now drive smoothly on the road without let or hindrance.

Motorists and residents of the area are now in celebration mood, raining praises and pouring encomiums on the Board and Management of TSSNL, especially, its Chairman, Tompolo.

A Keke NAPEP operator in Bendel Estate, Mr. Ezekiel Akpofure, narrated how it has become easy for himself and his colleagues to operate in Bendel Estate after the intervention.

“We are happy and joyful that Tompolo has come to our aid. We have been suffering over the years, spending all our earnings on repair of our Keke. Our appeals to a former Chairman of Uvwie LGA, Mr. Ramson Onoyake, when he was in office, fell on deaf ears. Mr. Onoyake merely did some shoddy works at a point but Tompolo has come to rescue us.”

“We now operate on smooth and well tarred roads in Bendel Estate. We can now save some that we used to expend regularly on the repair of our Keke. We are happy and grateful to Chief Tompolo,” Akpofure added in excitement.

Another Keke NAPEP operator in the Estate, Seidu Abdullahi, who hails from Kano State, was also excited in an interview with some
journalists.

Abdullahi said, “Initially we thought the roads were being repaired by the government because we didn’t see anything to suggest that a private individual or company could be responsible. We only got to know that Chief Tompolo asked his company to do this (repair of roads) for us in Bendel Estate, after so much enquiries.”

“We are so much grateful to him for this
rare show of humanity. I have been operating my Keke in Bendel Estate for 5 years, this is the first time I am finding it easy to operate because I now drive on smooth roads. We are poor people, we don’t have anything to offer Chief Tompolo, other than to pray for him and his team that God continues to grant them robust health and abundant prosperity,” Abdullahi added.

For Chief Julius Ogie, all well to do citizens should emulate Tompolo.

“We have been suffering and begging for help on the Bendel Estate roads for years to no avail but God has finally heard and answered our prayers through Tompolo. If all wealthy citizens behave the way Tompolo does by being public-spirited and philanthropic, Nigeria would have been a better place. They should emulate him.”

“We are indeed very grateful to Tompolo. We learnt that it’s not easy to see him otherwise we would have raised a delegation to meet with him. But since we cannot see him, we pray God to continue to preserve him in good health and grant him long life to enable him to continue to serve humanity,” the octogenarian further stated.

The Managing Director of TSSNL, Chief Keston Pondi, ignored persistent calls and text messages sent to him to confirm if Tantita was responsible for the repair works.

But reliable sources closed to the company confirmed that the Tantita funded the rehabilitation works on the roads.

“I can tell you that Tantita is responsible for the repair of the roads in Bendel Estate but you know that the Chairman (Tompolo) the Vice Chairman, Engineer Mathew Tonlagha and MD, Chief Keston Pondi, do not like public show of philanthropic gestures.”

“Whenever these kind-hearted and God-sent personalities are used by God to help humanity in any form, they don’t like to advertise or go to the public to announce what they have done.”

“They keep their intervention in the lives of the people from the public domain because they believe that God gave them the resources to help humanity and they are answerable to Him. They are not the typical wealthy Nigerians who engage in public show after offering help for the people. If you like, continue to send messages and call, they won’t respond because they are not ready to discuss this intervention in the media.”

” But I can tell you for free that the Board of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited decided to intervene in the repair of some roads in our locality, especially in Bendel Estate, in Uvwie LGA of Delta State, to compliment the vision of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, in advancing Delta State and for Tantita to be part of the total package of M.O.R.E. Agenda of His Excellency, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori . The governor needs the support of all and sundry and that is what Tantita has offered to do.”

“It’s our conviction in Tantita that all oil majors and indigenous oil firms should continue to contribute and champion improved economic empowerment and practical interventions to improve the livelihood of our people in the Niger Delta.”

“We are determined to continue to promote socio-economic and Infrastructural development in the communities where we operate and we are poised to do more in building strong collaboration with local stakeholders and contribute to the overall economic prosperity of our dear country, Nigeria,” the source , who craved not to be mentioned in the print, added.

Dagbo leaves Nigeria, joins Benin giants ASVO in big move

Former Kwara United player Muri Dagbo has completed a two-year impressive move to Benin Republic giants ASVO FC.

The 22-year-old Central defender will now have a working relationship with former Akwa United coach Fatai Osho who is now the gaffer at ASVO FC.

ASVO FC is one of the biggest clubs in Africa considering the players who have played at the side in recent years.

Speaking about his move to ASVO FC, Muri Dagbo expressed happiness and promised to give his best for the Benin Republic giants.

“I am happy with this move because it’s a good one for me and I will do all my best to help the club in all competitions,” Dagbo explained.

Before leaving Nigeria, Dagbo also had stints at ABS FC and Wikki Tourists.

Meanwhile, Mojeed Ibrahim who is Muri Dagbo’s agent has also rejoiced with his client’s move to ASVO FC.

Ibrahim, an international football agent, is a known name in Nigerian Football considering the number of players he works with.

He is also making plans to work transfers of some Nigerian players to move abroad.

IGP decorates three newly promoted DCP’s, one ACP in Delta

The Inspector-General of Police,IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun today decorated three newly promoted deputy commissioners of police and one assistant commissioner of police with their new ranks.

The event held On 25/6/2024 at the police officers mess,Okwe, Asaba in Delta State.

The newly promoted officers include,DCP Oladipo Sunday, DCP Abubaka Mohammed Bashir, DCP Lamba Dauda Bot and ACP Imade Osazee Graham.

They were decorated by the Delta State Commissioner of Police,CP Olufemi Abaniwonda on behalf of the IGP.

CP Abaniwonda who was assisted during the decoration of the officer by the Deputy Commissioner of Police Administration DCP Wilfred Afolabi.

CP Abaniwonda after decorating the officers with their new ranks admonished all the beneficiaries to remember that the reward for hard work is more work just as he advised them to put more effort while discharging their duties and ensure that they do not disappoint the Inspector General of Police, and the public.

It was learnt that the newly promoted DCP’s until their promotion were the Area Commander Asaba, Area Commander Warri and Area Commander Ogwashi-Uku respectively.

While ACP Graham Osazee Imade was the immediate past commander Dragon Patrol, Delta State Police Command.

Alleged Extortion: Refund ₦30,000, pay victim compensation or I drag you to PSC, IGP, Delta CDHR tells Anambra Policewoman

The Delta State Branch of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR has ordered one Supol. Bola serving with the Nigeria Police Force, CPS Awka Division in Anambra State to refund the sum of thirty thousand naira(₦30,000) she allegedly extorted from a victim, Samuel Nwabueze recently.

Delta State CDHR Chairman,Comrade(Elder)A.P. Edariese made the call during a press briefing held at Owhase, Udu Local Government Area.

He noted that the victim was arrested for three days stressing that his fundamental human rights has been totally breached by the Policewoman.

Comrade(Elder) Edariese also threatened to report the Policewoman to the Police Service Commission,PSC if she fails to heed to the demand and call of the CDHR.

According to Comrade Edariese,”She must return it 100% and for her to get herself out of this problem, she must compensate this man for unlawful detention. If not, I will report it to the Police Service Commission for dismissal.

The Victim, Mr. Samuel Nwabueze, a scrap dealer is also demanding for the refund of the money allegedly extorted from him by the female police officer in Awka, Anambra State.

Narrating his ordeal in the hands of the Police, an indigene of Umule Community, Umuahia North Local Government Area of Abia State said, his only offence was that he allowed someone to use his mobile phone for business transaction which led to the collection of one million naira from another.

Mr. Nwabueze said the police tracked and arrested at Deco road in Warri all the way from Awka, Anambra State.

He said one Mr. Eze, a complainant alleged that someone collected the sum of one million naira(₦1,000,000.00) from him.

The victim also said the Divisional Police Officer,DPO said he will be the one to pay back the money because it was his phone that was used for the transaction.

When asked if he signed surety for anyone or gave consent to anyone to use his phone, the victim said,”Along the line of the transaction, this man made use of my phone. That was my only offence.”

“I suggested to the DPO to mobilise his men that I will use my phone to call this guy(who used my phone to make the call & transaction) that I have battery to sell which I brought from Warri that am taking it down there to Onitsha.

“I called the guy to meet me up and collect the battery I brought for sale. Luckily, he came and he was arrested. When he was being arrested, he started dragging with the police officer. I even joined to make sure he was taken to the station.

“When we got to the station, I asked the Supol, the lady in charge of this very matter to let me go that the man they’ve arrested the man they were looking for. The lady said No! That I will bring the sum of four hundred thousand naira(₦400,000).

“So,I asked him to call the complainant of the matter. He said the person who collected money from him is here that he does not have any business with me.

“Still yet, the Police refused to let me go. Along the line, the woman said I should go and bring one hundred thousand naira (₦100,000) and that I should be calling my people.

“So, I called my guy who sent the first twenty thousand naira (₦20,000) to her.

“One evening, the DPO sent they should bring two the two of us to his office. When we got there, the DPO said this is the man who committed this very crime and that he does have any business with me. He said they should allow me go. When we left the DPO Office, I was released. This woman refused to handover the money that was sent to her through one Mallam(POS Operator )at the Police Station.

“What she did when I was finally released, she gave me N3,000 go with that they’ve tried for me and all that. When I got to Coka in Asaba, I called her on phone that the money wasn’t enough. She sent me another ₦2,000 through one girl, POS Operator. That was how I managed to come back to Warri.

In a telephone chat with Our Correspondent, the Woman Police Superintendent of Police denied extorting Mr. Nwabueze. “I did not extort him.”

She confirmed that the victim was arrested in Warri for allegedly duping a complainant with his mobile phone number.

The Policewoman simply identified as Supol Bola said they conspired to dupe the complainant.

She also confirmed that the victim was the one who raised twenty thousand naira(₦20,000) but that the money was used for mobilisation to Onitsha for the arrest of the man this Mr. Nwabueze claimed used his phone for the business transaction.

According to Supol Bola,”I even injured in my face with blood at Uoper-iweka. I fought for him to be released.”

Supol Bola who claimed to be the O/C of the police that effected the arrest also confirmed that she gave Nwabueze ₦3,000 as transport fare upon his release to Warri.

She added that,”I monitored his movement to Asaba. When he said the money with him is finished that I should send him one thousand naira, I sent him ₦2,000.)

The Anambra State Police Command Public Relations Officer, could not be reached for comments at the time of this report.

Oborevwori congratulates former Military Governor, Gen. Omu as he marks 84th birthday

Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has congratulated former Military Governor of the defunct South Eastern State, Maj.-Gen. Paul Omu (rtd), as he clocks 84 on July 1.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba on Monday, the governor described the octogenarian as an exceptional administrator, elderstatesman and renowned military officer.

According to him, Gen. Omu had a distinguished military career that included strategic leadership roles as a member of the Armed Forces Ruling Council (AFRC), Commandant of the Command and Staff College, Jaji, and Military Governor of South Eastern State (1975–1978).

“Following his retirement, Gen. Omu answered the call of his Isoko people to assume the role of President – General of the Isoko Development Union, IDU, having served the country with distinction via his abundance of knowledge, wisdom, and experience.

“As a Government, we will always value his astute advice, particularly in light of the numerous security issues facing our country.

“On behalf of my family, the Government and people of Delta State, I congratulate our father and leader, Major- General Paul Ufuoma Omu (OFR) (retd), on the joyous occasion of his 84th birth anniversary.

“At 84, I join your family, friends, and admirers in expressing our gratitude to Almighty God for bestowing upon you a life filled with immense successes and lasting fulfilment,” Oborevwori stated.

Bayelsa Leaders hail Tompolo, say ex-militant leader best for pipelines surveillance job in War Against Crude Oil Theft

**Economic survival of the nation dependent on the success of TSSNL’s assignment- Sen. Dickson

*Praise Presidency, NNPCL for engaging Tompolo

*Accuse oil multinationals of under declaring crude production

*Say Abuja, Lagos bigwigs responsible for crude oil theft

Leaders of Bayelsa State have commended the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), Chief Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, for the success so far recorded in the fight against crude oil theft in the Niger Delta.

The leaders of the oil-rich Ijaw state said the commitment of Tompolo through the activities of TSSNL have culminated in the significant reduction in the scale of oil theft and pipeline vandalism.

These positions were made public when a former Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Henry Seriakpe Dickson, led prominent political and community leaders as well as traditional rulers from Bayelsa State on bridge building mission to Oporoza, the headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom, on Friday, June 28, 2024.

Dickson led the delegation to the palace of the Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom, HRM Oboro Gbaruan 11, Aketekpe, where they interacted with the Monarch and his subjects, especially Tompolo and other prominent citizens of the area.

The former governor, who spoke on behalf of the delegation,said the nation owed Tompolo a lot of gratitude for stemming the tide of crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism.

The ex-governor, who currently represents Bayelsa West in the Senate, said crude oil theft has reduced greatly since Tompolo took charge in less than 2 years.

He also lamented the link between crude oil theft and environmental degradation.

Senator Dickson commended the Federal Government and the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) for engaging TSSNL in the fight against illegal oil operations in the region.

Describing Tompolo as “the best man” for the job of securing the oil and assets, he urged all stakeholders, especially all arms of security agencies to support and encourage TSSNL to succeed.

The federal lawmaker stated that the economic survival of the nation was dependent on the success of TSSNL’s assignment and urged the federal authorities and security agencies to emulate the patriotic zeal and commitment of Tompolo.

Dickson, however, accused wealthy and influential Nigerians of being responsible for the unabating crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, adding that they possessed all wherewithal to engage and facilitate the illicit trade.

He exonerated his kinsmen from involvement in the prohibitive trade, stating that they lacked the expertise and sophistication to carry out the high level nefarious job.

He also accused oil multinationals of economic sabotage by under-declaring the quantum of crude oil production, adding that the ugly trend had spanned over six decades.

He urged the Federal Government to demonstrate its sincerity in the war against illegal oil bunkering by effectively monitoring the operation and production of crude oil by the oil majors in order to eliminate all sharp practices.

Besides, the parliamentarian lauded the commitment of Tompolo towards the development of the Niger Delta and upliftment of its citizens.

According to him, Tompolo has demonstrated unparalleled interest in the wellbeing and welfare of the people of the region, regardless of ethnic differences.

Praising Tompolo, whom he intermittently referred to as “General Officer Commanding (GOC)”, Dickson expressed excitement about development strides in Gbaramatu kingdom, especially at its Oporoza headquarters.

He also hailed the ex-militant leader for developing and living with the people in the locality.

He thanked the monarch and his subjects for the level of support and encouragement accorded Tompolo to succeed.

He emphasised the importance of Gbaramatu Kingdom to Ijaw nation and praised the monarch for the prevailing peace and development in his domain.

He said, ” I am here on a courtesy visit to the Agadagba, to appreciate him and Council of Chiefs and all those who are supporting him for maintaining order, peace and stability.”

“This Kingdom is strategic to the ijaw nation and the the Niger Delta región. Gbaramatu is very strategic to the nation’s development, I am here and have seen what they have done here. On the Issue of Tantita, I want to thank my younger brother, Tompolo for their efforts and contributions of stopping vandalism of strategic national assets.”

“I want to thank him for reducing illegal bunkering as it is called and for trying their best for reducing the environmental degradation caused by illegal refining activities and tampering with pipeline affecting our farmlands, causing spillage. I know the hardwork they have done and I have said it times again that the best thing that the government and NNPCL have done is by engaging Tantita and the man (Tompolo), who, understands the terrain. That is why he has been able to bring some semblance of normalcy, a lot still have to be done.”

“I’ve seen development here myself, and I want to encourage him and urge the President, the Petroleum Minister and NNPCL and all of those working with him that the partnership needs to be strengthened and sustained and expanded so that he can do more.”

“Stopping pilfering and pipeline vandalism is one thing, but we are also bothered about environmental degradation, you know, degradation of our area. We have an idea of how polluted our environment has become. This is our area, this is where we live and for the Ijaw man, this river is our life, so polluting our waterways and rivers, creeks is a major existential threat to our people.”

He added, “And I encourage the security people to collaborate more with them (TSSNL) and the NNPCL to strengthen that partnership and expand it.”

“As you can see, this is a very difficult terrain to bring about any development. Am so humbled to be here and seeing all these development, it’s a thing of joy to me, and to all of us who have come from Bayelsa State, which is the Jerusalem of the Ijaw nation.”

“But like I have said over and over. I am not saying it for the first time. It is a fact that is known to everybody. The Ijaw people who are living in the creeks and striving day to day for economic livelihood in our polluted waterways, they do not have the capacity to engage in the high level operations that result in the daily loss of crude of Nigerian crude produce from our place. We have no means to do that. ”

“The tanker, those who have the capacity to compromise and infiltrate the national security system, those who have the capacity to infiltrate the NNPCL system and the shuttle vessels are not Ijaw people. We don’t even have the experience to get involved in such operations, that’s a high level of operation that requires a lot of resources and coordination, funding and international networking.”

“Like as I said, if Nigeria is serious, the country has to step up its game and at the international arena, make a push for the designation of Nigerian stolen crude as blood diamond.
Nigeria has to push for that.

“But those who on a daily basis under declare even that which is produced and those who have refused to properly monitor and record what is produced for over 50 something to 60 something years should take the blame and not the Ijaw youths, harmless poor people without the capacity and technical know how on how pipes operates and how high voltage pipes can be tampered with, we don’t have that technology. So it’s not an Ijaw youths game, It’s a game perpetrated by the big players, they don’t reside here. They are in Lagos, Abuja, they are in other world capitals, and I stand by that.”

Jumi Odaji brought Peace to Bowen Ward – Ereyitomi, consoles Family of late Councillor

By: Celestine Ukah 

The Member Representing Warri Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Honourable Chief Dr. Thomas Ereyitomi has consoled the PDP family in Bowen Ward over the demise of the immediate past Councillor, Hon. Jumi Odaji, who represented the Ward at the Warri South Legislative Arm.

Chief Ereyitomi, while consoling the PDP family and the immediate family of Hon. Odaji, Sunday June 30, 2024, eulogised and described him as someone who brought peace to Bowen Ward and as a loyal party member whose demise has created a big vacuum to the party and his family.

Rep Ereyitomi added that late Hon. Odaji was somebody who when he believed in a project will always stay committed to the end of it without wavering or going back.

The Warri Federal lawmaker stressed that Odaji, was very loyal, vibrant and committed to his service to the people, Chief Ereyitomi prayed for the soul of the deceased to find rest in the blossom of the Lord and for the family to bear the unexpected loss, he as well assured them of support.

Hon. Ereyitomi was accompanied by the Former Chairman of Warri North Local Government Council, Hon. Aduge Okorodudu, Hon. Patrick Ojor as well as some of his aides at the condolence visit.

Why we built Auditorium, Sports Centre in Edo State – Inter Atlas’ MD – Meshe declares

** Peter Dunia explains why they immortalised former EFCC Boss, Lamorde

Late former Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), retired Deputy Inspector General of Police, Ibrahim Lamorde, has been immortalised in Edo State.

An ultra-modern auditorium and outdoor sports centre built at Ogbona Secondary School, in Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State, was named Ibrahim Lamorde Hall.

A director in Inter-Atlas Synergy, Peter Omoh Dunia, hails from Ogbona community, in Etsako Central Local Government Area of Edo State.

The edifice was built by award-winnning pipelines security firm, Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited, chaired by Lamorde until his demise on May 25th, 2024.

One of the Executive Directors of the private security outfit, Mr. Peter Omoh Dunia, hails from the community.

The project was facilitated by Dunia, popularly known as Peter Black.

The event laced with pomp and pageantry, was witnessed by the cream-de-la-cream of the society, especially the representatives of former President Goodluck Jonathan, Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, Deputy Governor of Edo State, Mr. Omobayo Godwins, who delivered his boss’ goodwill message, Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Engineer Abubakar Momoh, Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engineer Mele Kyari, South/South Zonal Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Dan Orbih, elated family members of Ibrahim Lamorde led by Adamawa State Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties, Hon. Usman Lamorde, his Ministry of Education counterpart in Edo State, Dr. Joan Osa Oviawe, National President of the Host Comminities of Nigeria Producing Oil and Gas (HOSCON), Chief Style Tamaranebi

Other members of Lamorde family present at the event include the scion of Ibrahim Lamorde, Mr. Usman I.
Lamorde and another younger sibling of the late anti-graft czar, Dr. Suleiman Lamorde.

The team of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited was led by the company’s Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Femi Meshe.

The security’s company’s Executive Director, Mr. Niyi Oginni, was also present at the epoch-making event.

The clerics were led to the event by the Catholic Archbishop of Auchi Diocese, His Lordship, Most Rev. Gabriel Dunia.

Captains of the oil and gas industry as well as top executives in the public and private sectors were not left out.

The traditional institutions from various towns in Etsako axis of Edo State and indeed all over the country, were fully represented at the occasion.

Specifically, HRM Jackson Aperelire Etokhana, Ogie Ahwianwu of Avhianwu Clan led the appreciative and joyous people of Etsako communities to the inauguration ceremony.

His Lordship, Most Rev. Gabriel Dunia, Bishop of Auchi Diocese.
Dignitaries, including Jonathan, Obaseki, Momoh, Kyari, Oviawe, in their goodwill messages hailed the board and management of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited for being a responsible corporate citizen.

They urged all other corporate bodies to emulate the patriotic gesture of the private security firm.

In her goodwill message, the Chairperson of Ogbona Secondary School Management Board (SMB), Mrs. Joan Egwuonwu, also praised the Inter-Atlas, Synergy Limited, especially Dunia, adding that the “ultra-modern school auditorium and outdoor sports centre donated by Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited, courtesy of our respected board member, Peter Omoh Dunia Esq are the crowns of this board’s plethora of interventions.”

HRM Jackson Aperelire Etokhana also towed the same line with Egwuonwu, by hauling encomiums at Inter-Atlas Synergy and one of its Executive Director, Peter Omoh Dunia, whom he described as a ” valuable, public spirited and selfless personality, who has made unparalleled and far-reaching contributions to the upliftment and development of Avhianwu Clan, Etsakoland and their people.”

In his goodwill, Tamaranebi said, “I’m privileged to be here to witness this laudable project in Niger Delta host community today in Edo State. Permit me to use this medium as a clarion call to the Oil and Gas multi- Nationals, which has hide under Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021, not to do the needful for our impoverished communities.

“Today Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited has displayed commitment in CSR to our communities and the Host community organization which we want to thank you for promise kept and promise delivered and we say there is brighter tomorrow and God Bless Inter Atlas, God bless Nigeria.”

The spokesman of Lamorde family, Dr. Suleiman Lamorde, expressed appreciation to the board and management of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited for honouring and immortalising his older sibling.

The medical practitioner was particularly elated that the first attempt to immortalise his late brother, who hailed from Adamawa State in the North East geopolitical zone of the country came from Edo State in the South/South of the country.

“This development is heart-warming. It further confirmed that Nigeria is one and our oneness is not a fluke. The Lamorde family is extremely grateful to the management of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited took the initiative to immortalised our brother. We are also heavily indebted to our brother, Mr. Peter Dunia, who has been extremely supportive to our family. With the immortalising of our brother in Ogbona Town, in Etsako, we have got a second home in Edo Stafe. We sincerely thank the people of Edo State, for this thoughtful gesture,” Lamorde added.

Meshe, in his speech said the the auditorium and outdoor sports centre was provided by Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited in line with the company’s “dedication to improving the quality of life in the host communities where we operate. Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited has instituted a program to undertake various infrastructure development projects through the Niger Delta.”

“We believed that the Ogbona Secondary School Ultra-modern Auditorium and Sports Facilities building, 2,000-seater auditorium and sporting facility named after our late Chairman, DIG Ibrahim Lamorde (rtd), will enhance both educational and civic activities in the entire Ogbona community, Etsako Central LGA, Edo State, spurring more of such contributions from other organisations to this community and others across the region.”

“It is our conviction that all International Oil Companies and Local Oil Companies (IOC/LOC) particularly, and all other stakeholders, should continue contributing and championing improved economic empowerment and interventions to significantly improve the livelihood of communities in the Niger Delta region. This is prime, long-term and sustainable measure for creating disincentive and dissuasion from engaging in illegal activities by a majority of perhaps hapless and misguided youths and people of the region, including the menace of crude oil theft and vandalism for which the good image of the region has been disproportionately tainted.”

“Finally, we are determined to continue promoting socio-economic and Infrastructural development in the communities where we operate and we are poised to do more in building strong collaboration with local stakeholders and contribute to the overall economic prosperity of our dear
nation.”

Dunia, who was moved to tears while presenting his address and tribute of Ibrahim Abdullahi Lamorde, described him as a ” dedicated Muslim, committed family man, who dearly cherished his family and a champion of communities.”

“From the philanthropic outreaches he sponsored non-stop in his native Mubi to the many other communities where he worked across the nation, securing a safe and flourishing community life was a priority to him. As Board Chairman of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited and coming into the Oil and Gas Industrial security and project management space with operations in the Niger Delta region, he was appalled at the level of environmental degradation and deprivation suffered by many of the communities. He believed that their plight needed to be highlighted in the work of Inter-Atlas Synergy Limited and lasting solutions advocated for action.”

“Unfortunately, he passed away on the 25th of May, 2024. He left behind a legacy of lifetime service to God humanity, community and country. The Ogbona Community Secondary School Ultra-modern and Sports Centre in Estako Central LGA of Edo State is named in his honour and loving memory by Inter-Atlas by Synergy Limited, as company he led after his retirement from public service until his demise.”

Highlights of the ceremony include cultural displays by different groups in Etsakoland and formal inauguration of the auditorium and outdoor sports Centre by Archbishop Dunia and Representative of gbd Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Engineer Okodugha Dauda Aluyah, who is the Special Assistant to the minister on Project Monitoring (South-South).