MOSIEND Lauds Military Crackdown On Oil Theft, Pipeline Sabotage In N/Delta

The Movement for the Survival of the Izon Ethnic Nationality in the Niger Delta (MOSIEND) has commended the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, for the intensified fight against oil theft.
MOSIEND President, Dr Kenedy Tonjo-West, in a statement made available to newsmen in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State noted that that this renewed approach has boosted the confidence of communities in the Niger Delta.
MOSIEND expressed joy that residents who have long witnessed and endured the economic and environmental devastation caused by these criminal activities have heaved a sigh of relief.
According to Tonjo-West, “This firm approach aligns with the government’s objective of reaching the country’s oil production target of 2.1 million barrels per day. The target is a crucial goal for Nigeria’s economic stability.
“MOSIEND views this as a decisive step towards restoring security and economic strength in the region, an area rich in resources but historically plagued by exploitation and environmental degradation.
“The illegal syphoning and vandalism of oil infrastructure have severely affected the livelihoods of people in the Niger Delta, resulting in an economic burden to the region and country.”
According to MOSIEND, years of unchecked oil theft has led to significant financial losses, deterred potential investors, and caused devastating environmental harm.
He said the organisation was ready to partner with the authorities to bring long-term solutions that benefit both the local communities and the national economy and explained that its recognition of the JTF’s efforts reflects a broader optimism that the Niger Delta’s resources can be protected and managed more sustainably.
The group noted that a strengthened security presence around oil installations promises to safeguard these assets and to boost investor confidence.
“MOSIEND believes that the visible impact of these improvements underscores the importance of governmental accountability and transparency in handling resources critical to the national economy.
“The organisation has called upon all stakeholders, including community leaders, civil society, and government agencies, to unite in support of these security measures.
“MOSIEND emphasizes that only through collective action can the Niger Delta secure its resources and restore its environment for future generations,” Tonjo-West noted.
“The commitment from the Chief of Defence Staff and MOSIEND’s collaborative stance represent a shared vision for a safer, more prosperous Niger Delta, a region where resources are used to uplift communities rather than to fuel criminal enterprises.
“MOSIEND’s support for the task force’s efforts is a testament to the power of unified action in the face of adversity and an essential step toward reclaiming the region’s future, he added.