The management Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting peace and development in the Niger Delta region.
It therefore pledged continued collaboration with stakeholders and investment in youth empowerment initiatives.
The managing director of Tantita, Chief Kestin Pondi, gave the assurance on behalf of the company’s Chairman, Chief Government Ekpemupolo alias Tompolo during the official commissioning of the Isoko Youth House otherwise tagged Fred Obe Secretariat in Ozoro, Delta State on Saturday.
Addressing the teeming youths at the event, Chief Pondi reiterated the commitment of Tantita group to peacebuilding and youth empowerment in the Niger Delta noting that Tantita’s mandate from the Federal Government — primarily to safeguard critical oil infrastructure — goes beyond pipeline surveillance.
“Tantita is equally focused on fostering long-term peace and unity by empowering local youths and supporting community development”, he emphasized.
South South Punch gathered that the newly commissioned Isoko Youth House, located along the Ozoro/Kwale Road, opposite the Southern Delta University Gate, valued at over ₦200million was equipped with modern ICT infrastructure and designed to serve as a centre for innovation, skills acquisition and community development.
Pondi while unveiling the facility described it as “a fulfilled promise to empower, organize, and give voice to the aspirations of Isoko youths”.
Also speaking at the event, Delta State Commissioner for Youths, Hon. ThankGod Harry Frakriowei, who represented Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, described the project as aligning with the state government’s MORE agenda on youth empowerment.
The Commissioner noted that the facility, already equipped with Information and Communication Technology gadgets, will function as a training centre to equip youths with various skills and serve as a catalyst for innovation.
The event also featured remarks from the President of the Isoko National Youths Assembly Worldwide, Comrade EniwakeOrogun, who described the building as a symbol of hope, sacrifice, and collective achievement.
The Isoko Youth House was named after Chief Fred Obe in honour of his contributions during the Niger Delta struggle for equity and recognition of oil-producing communities.
Chief Fred Obe, in his remarks, expressed deep appreciation for the gesture just as he recounted the historical context of the Isoko Youth House, dating back to 1997/1998.
Obe specifically extended gratitude to Chief Pondi for his significant support in completing the project and reaffirmed the enduring relationship between the Isoko and Ijaw nations.
