Utibe Ekoson
No fewer than 24 members of the House Of Representatives led by the deputy leader of the House, Hon. Peter Akpatason, recently stormed Gbaramatu Kingdom in the creeks of the Niger Delta region on a visit to the popular ex-militant leader, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo also known as Tompolo, during which they lauded him and his Tantita Security Services for their efforts so far in curbing oil theft in the region.
Speaking on behalf of the delegation during the meeting held at Oporoza, traditional headquarters of Gbaramatu Kingdom in Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State, Akpatason noted with delight that the partnership of Tompolo with the Federal Government, the navy and other military agencies had led to significant improvement in the oil sector
He disclosed that the visit was to encourage Tompolo to continue to do more in safeguarding oil facilities in the Niger Delta region
The Chairman of the Upstream Petroleum Sector promised that the lawmakers would ensure that the security agency is given the necessary support to succeed in the fight against oil theft.
He assured Tompolo of the necessary legislative backing to ensure that security agencies continue to partner with him, stressing that they were impressed with his performance so far, urging him to keep up the good work.
Responding, Tompolo expressed gratitude to the visit by the National Assembly team , promising to continue to do his best for Nigeria.
