....Rather Than Defending Tantita Security Outfit Embroiled in Alleged Human Rights Abuses, HRM Whiskey Should Leverage His Influence To Demand Accountability.

In a recent statement that has ignited widespread condemnation, HRM-Obukowho Monday Whiskey, the traditional ruler of Idjerhe Kingdom and Chairman of the Host Communities Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (HOSCON), voiced unabashed support for the controversial security firm, Tantita Security Services Limited, led by the notorious figure, Tompolo. However, beneath his laudatory remarks about the firm’s “progress” and “performance,” disturbing allegations of grave human rights abuses remain unaddressed, casting a dark shadow over the monarch’s credibility.

A Royal Endorsement Cloaked in Silence on Human Rights Abuses

During a media interaction in Asaba, HRM Whiskey lauded Tompolo’s efforts in restoring "sanity" to the Niger Delta and praised Tantita Security Services for purportedly reducing oil theft and vandalism. Yet, what the monarch conveniently omits are the *allegations of heinous crimes* committed under the guise of pipeline protection—crimes that threaten the very fabric of human dignity in the region.

Evidence has surfaced indicating that Tantita Security, owned and operated by Tompolo, *maintains a private detention facility where innocent Niger Delta youth are imprisoned without trial.* Reports reveal these detainees are subjected to forced labor, brutal mistreatment, and in some cases, have succumbed to death under suspicious circumstances. Disturbingly, the bodies of the deceased are reportedly never returned to their families, deepening concerns over clandestine human rights violations.

Videos of Atrocities Surface Amid Silence from the Royal Father

Emerging video [ click the link to warch https://realnewsglobal247.com/videonews/5:Viewer  ] footage publicly shows Tantita personnel engaged in shocking acts of violence, including the beheading of Niger Delta residents who allegedly oppose their operations. These images have sparked outrage among human rights defenders and local communities alike. Despite this, King Whiskey’s statement dismisses these reports as “criminal sabotage,” dismissing the victims’ suffering and painting Tompolo’s security outfit as a beacon of progress.

The Discrepancy Between Public Praise and Unaddressed Crimes

While the monarch extols Tompolo’s “courage” and “commitment,” he remains silent on the *systematic abuses and alleged atrocities* committed under Tompolo’s watch. Many victims—emanating from Itsekiri, Ijaw, and Urhobo tribes—have already taken legal action, dragging Tompolo and Tantita to court over human rights violations. Yet, the monarch’s disparaging of protests and opposition as “tribal bigotry” dismisses the compelling calls for justice and accountability.

Suspension of Tantita’s Operations Is Urgently Needed

The unregulated operations of Tantita Security, funded with billions derived from oil revenue, are now under scrutiny. Critics argue that siphoning these funds into activities linked to terrorizing communities and suppressing dissent posits a grave threat to regional stability and peace. As such, there is a growing consensus that *Tantita Security’s pipeline contracts should be suspended immediately* until thorough investigations verify compliance with human rights standards.

A Call for Justice and Respect for Human Rights in the Niger Delta

Rather than defending a security outfit embroiled in alleged human rights abuses, HRM Whiskey should leverage his influence to demand accountability. Silence in the face of documented suffering diminishes the royal authority and complicity in enabling ongoing atrocities. Justice for the victims of these abuses is long overdue, and protecting human rights must take precedence over performative praise for alleged progress.

The royal support for Tompolo and Tantita Security, cloaked in commendation and dismissive of victims’ cries, fosters a dangerous narrative that permits impunity. It is imperative that authorities prioritize an independent investigation into the alleged crimes, uphold the rule of law, and ensure that regional development does not come at the expense of human lives and dignity. The Niger Delta deserves protection, justice, and accountability—not silence and complicity.