Nigeria's Tantita Drones Combat Oil Theft, Not Ethnic Strife, Say Stakeholders
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Stakeholders clarified that Tantita Security Services' surveillance drones are used to combat oil theft and asset vandalism in Nigeria.
- They stated the drones are not intended to incite ethnic tensions.
- The clarification addresses concerns about the technology's deployment.
Stakeholders have asserted that the surveillance drones operated by Tantita Security Services are crucial tools in Nigeria's fight against oil theft and asset vandalism, not instruments for ethnic conflict. The Niger Delta Concerned Stakeholders for Accountable Security and Progress issued a statement to clarify the purpose of the technology.
Enisuo Oruomoni, representing the stakeholders, emphasized that the drones are deployed to enhance security and protect national assets. The statement aims to dispel any misconceptions that the surveillance technology might be used to fuel ethnic divisions or tensions within the region.
This clarification comes amid ongoing efforts to curb illegal activities in the oil-rich Niger Delta region. Tantita Security Services has been involved in surveillance and security operations, and the stakeholders' remarks underscore their commitment to using advanced technology responsibly for national security and economic protection.
Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.