By Matthias Ogbagah

ABUJA – DISTURBED by unfolded claims by some persons in Delta State linking Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, to the award of the pipelines security surveillance contract to Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), the Mayor of Urhoboland and Head of the Association of Urhobo Mayoral Family Crown (AUMFC), Eshanekpe Israel, popularly known as Akpodoro, has refuted the claims in their entirety urging the general public to disregard the publication.

Speaking to a cross-section of journalists in Abuja over the weekend, Akpodoro clarified that the contract was awarded in 2022 to TSSNL, led by High Chief Government Ekpemupolo (Tompolo), before Oborevwori assumed office as governor.

He urged groups making contrary assertions to verify the facts, stressing that the matter is well-documented in the public domain.

According to him, while he has expressed concerns over some policies of the governor at different times, there is no evidence linking Governor Oborevwori to the award of the surveillance contract.

Akpodoro commended TSSNL for its contributions to youth empowerment in Delta State, noting that the firm has provided employment opportunities and demonstrated capacity in securing critical oil infrastructure.

He further called on the Federal Government to consider expanding TSSNL’s operations, citing the company’s technical expertise and administrative competence in executing its mandate.