Niger Delta helmsman, High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has lauded President Ahmed Bola Tinubu for signing the Act establishing the Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State.
Tompolo who is the Chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited (TSSNL), is happy that the signing of the university’s establishment act has given full legal backing to the apex maritime institution.
In a letter of appreciation to the President, Tompolo said the signing of the act had “validated the hopes and aspirations for the advancement of learning and development in our region,” adding that this magnanimous gesture symbolizes President Tinubu’s goodwill towards the Niger Delta and his your unwavering commitment to the growth and development of the region.
He said: “We, the people of the Niger Delta, are overwhelmed with gratitude as I write to express our heartfelt thanks for your historic endorsement of the Act establishing the Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State.
High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, Chairman, Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited
“Your signing of the 2025 Act has given full legal backing to the institution. The Nigeria Maritime University, established in 2014, had been struggling to reach its full potential due to the absence of an enabling Act. With your courageous decision, the university can now thrive, providing the necessary legal framework for its operations.”
The Tantita Security boss asserted that the president’s visionary decision on the university will bridge the gap in maritime education in West Africa, where Ghana was previously the only country with a Maritime University.
“Nigeria is now poised to improve its capacity and manpower in the maritime sector, bringing development to the oil and gas communities in the Niger Delta and curbing youth restiveness in the region,” Tompolo noted.
“Once again, we express our sincere appreciation for this landmark achievement. Your leadership has rekindled enthusiasm amongst Niger Deltans, and we are confident that your government will continue to prioritize the development of the Niger Delta”, he added.
