Warri, Delta State — In a landmark move to prioritize inmate reintegration, Tantita Security Services Ltd, in partnership with the Delta State Government, on Tuesday commissioned an eight-classroom block at the Medium Security Correction Centre, Okere Road, Warri.
The project, jointly undertaken by the private security firm and the state, is designed to significantly enhance educational and vocational training for inmates, aligning with the state’s broader human development agenda.
Managing Director of Tantita Security Services, Chief Keston Pondi, reaffirmed his company’s commitment to social upliftment at the ceremony.
“Education is a crucial tool for reducing recidivism and fostering peace in society,” Chief Pondi stated, underscoring the facility as a major investment in human development.
Representing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the State Commissioner for Higher Education, Prof. Nyerhovwo Tonukari, described the new classrooms as a practical reflection of the administration’s dedication to using education as a “bridge between incarceration and reintegration.”
“By equipping inmates with knowledge and skills, we are not just giving them a second chance but also contributing to the growth and security of our state,” the Commissioner emphasized.
He added that the facility will provide a conducive environment for inmates to pursue both academic and vocational training, in line with Governor Oborevwori’s policy of empowering citizens through learning.
Prof. Tonukari also lauded Tantita Security Services for its robust corporate social responsibility, citing the collaboration as an exemplary model for effective government-private sector synergy.
The inauguration ceremony underscored the growing collaboration between government and private stakeholders in Delta State, with both parties affirming that the new facility will serve as a beacon of hope for inmates seeking a fresh start and a renewed sense of purpose
