Just In: Tompolo Breaks Silence on Issuing Ultimatum to FG Over Release of Nnamdi Kanu
- Tompolo has denied that he gave the government a 21-day ultimatum over Nnamdi Kanu’s release
- The security boss described circulating reports as false and politically motivated by his detractors
- He reaffirmed his loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and urged the public to disregard any fake news
The chairman of Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited, Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, has debunked claims that he issued a 21-day ultimatum to the federal government demanding the release of the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu.
In a statement signed by his media consultant, Paul Bebenimibo, on Monday, October 27, Tompolo dismissed the circulating reports as false and mischievous.
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He further stressed that he had no involvement in any matter related to Nnamdi Kanu or IPOB.
“We wish to state unequivocally that High Chief Ekpemupolo did not author or sanction the said publication.
“It is the handiwork of detractors attempting to discredit him because of his firm stance against illegal crude oil activities in the Niger Delta region.
"These individuals have failed and will continue to fail, as Tompolo remains committed to eradicating oil theft and pipeline vandalism," the statement read.
Tompolo describes Kanu allegations as politically motivated
Bebenimibo claimed that the false report was deliberately circulated by individuals uncomfortable with Tompolo’s continued success in curbing crude oil theft in the Niger Delta.
He stated that blackmail would not deter the former militant leader from maintaining his support for the Federal Government’s efforts to protect national assets and ensure economic stability, Channels Television reported.
Tompolo reaffirms support for President Tinubu
Reaffirming his loyalty to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Tompolo expressed confidence in the President’s leadership and pledged his continued partnership with the government, The Cable reported.
“High Chief Ekpemupolo remains fully committed to the Renewed Hope Agenda and to the success of the President’s administration.
“He has also openly declared his support for President Tinubu’s re-election bid when the time comes," the statement added.
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Tompolo urges to disregard fake publication
The statement urged the Federal Government, media organisations, and the general public to disregard the viral report, emphasising that it did not represent Tompolo’s views or any official communication from his office.
“We urge members of the public to ignore the baseless story. It does not reflect Tompolo’s position or any statement made on his behalf,” the spokesperson concluded.
Tompolo, who has been at the forefront of anti-oil theft operations through Tantita Security Services, continues to play a key role in safeguarding Nigeria’s critical oil infrastructure and promoting peace in the Niger Delta region.
Nnamdi Kanu: Court acts on Sowore's case
Legit.ng previously reported that the Federal High Court had adjourned the hearing of a suit filed against former Omoyele Sowore and other conveners of the protest demanding Nnamdi Kanu's release.
The suit, which was scheduled for an earlier day, was for the defendants in the ex parte motion to explain why the interim order that the court sitting in Abuja had earlier said should be vacated, could not go on.
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