By Oghenefejiro Emado
16, October 2025
Tompolo, a prominent Niger Delta leader, has reaffirmed his commitment to peace, collaboration, and sustainable development in Delta State by launching the Delta State Security Trust Fund with a ₦10 billion donation.
High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on Thursday reaffirmed his commitment to peace, collaboration, and sustainable development in Delta State, as he officially launched the Delta State Security Trust Fund in Asaba.
This initiative aims to enhance security, promote stability, and protect lives and property in the state.
*Key Highlights of Tompolo’s Commitment:*
– *Financial Contribution*: Tompolo donated ₦10 billion to the Delta State Security Trust Fund, marking one of the largest individual interventions in the state’s history.
– *Peace and Security*: He emphasized that security is the cornerstone of sustainable development, urging citizens, business leaders, and community groups to contribute sincerely to the Fund’s success.
– *Partnership and Collaboration*: Tompolo stressed the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to achieve effective security and promote development in Delta State.
– *Regional Impact*: His donation is seen as a model for transformative leadership and a blueprint for regional transformation, promoting peace, security, and growth in the Niger Delta ¹ ².
*Impact of the Initiative:*
– *Enhanced Security*: The Delta State Security Trust Fund aims to strengthen security infrastructure, enhance intelligence gathering, and improve coordination among security agencies.
– *Economic Growth*: By promoting peace and security, the initiative is expected to create a conducive environment for economic growth, investment, and development in Delta State.
– *Community Development*: The Fund’s success could lead to improved living standards, job creation, and infrastructure development in the region
