Niger Delta coalition demands decentralization of pipeline surveillance contract
Coalition of Niger Delta Ethnic Nationalities President-General Dr. Alaye Tari Theophilus demands decentralization of pipeline surveillance contract to deter crude oil theft. Speaking on Arise Television's 'Morning Show', Theophilus argues surveillance monopolization enables illegal vessels to load products from platforms. He criticizes NNPC's current contractors Tantita and Marton for not submitting contracts, stating decentralization addresses people's agitation while preventing theft. Theophilus states: 'You can't ask people to stop artisanal refining when surveillance is monopolised.' The coalition's demand follows ongoing protests against pipeline surveillance contract sustainability.