In a landmark move to enhance peace and security across Delta State, the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has announced a monumental ₦10 billion donation to the Delta State Security Trust Fund, marking one of the largest private security contributions in Nigeria’s history.
The announcement was made at the official launch of the Delta State Security Trust Fund, held at the Banquet Hall, Government House, Asaba, and attended by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, top government officials, captains of industry, security chiefs, and traditional rulers.
The event also marked Tompolo’s first public government appearance in over 15 years, symbolizing renewed collaboration between state institutions and private stakeholders in securing Delta’s future.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, while formally unveiling the Fund, said it was created under a 2013 enabling law to serve as a strategic platform for mobilizing private sector resources to complement government investment in security. He emphasized that safety is a shared responsibility, urging businesses, communities, and individuals to contribute actively to maintaining peace and order.
“No more hiding place for criminals in Delta State. Security is everybody’s business, and this partnership demonstrates our resolve to protect lives, investments, and the prosperity of our people,” the Governor declared.
The high-profile event featured the Group Chairman of Access Holdings Plc, Mr. Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, as Chairman of the occasion, and Zenith Bank Founder and Chairman, Mr. Jim Ovia, CON, as Special Guest of Honour.
Beyond Tompolo’s unprecedented ₦10 billion contribution, High Chief Emonena Victor Egukawhore (JP), popularly known as Wayles, donated ₦1 billion, while renowned entrepreneur Obinna Iyiegbu (Obi Cubana) contributed ₦100 million, reflecting the growing confidence of private investors in the state’s renewed security vision.
Governor Oborevwori lauded the donors for their patriotism and trust in his administration’s MORE Agenda — Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security — stressing that the Fund would be used transparently to equip security agencies, improve intelligence gathering, and fortify communities.
The launch of the Delta State Security Trust Fund signals a new era of collaboration between government and the private sector to secure lives, protect investments, and sustain Delta’s reputation as one of the most peaceful and investor-friendly states in Nigeria.
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