Tompolo
Tompolo is a nickname for Government Ekpemupolo. Tompolo is a former Nigerian militant leader and ex-militant commander of the Movement for Emancipation of Niger Delta (MEND). One of the key figures in the Niger Delta struggle, he has been involved in several controversies including allegations of corruption. Declared wanted by the Nigerian government, his current whereabouts is unknown and is believed to be in hiding.
How the U.K. Allowed a Nigerian Warlord to Get Warships
Norway sold seven decommissioned warships to a militant leader in Nigeria's oil basin, and the U.K. facilitated the sale.
Nigeria's Oil-Producing Delta is Calm—But for How Long?
While a fragile truce is allowing Nigeria to step up oil output, a resolution of the crisis is unlikely without further concessions.
Father of Ex-Niger Delta Militant Tompolo Dies
Tompolo is in hiding after an arrest warrant was issued on charges of corruption.
Ex-Niger Delta Militants Urge Avengers to Negotiate
The Niger Delta Avengers are continuing to blow up oil pipelines.
Why West Africa Has the World's Most Dangerous Seas
Pirates are ramping up their activities off Nigeria's southern coast, according to a report.
Nigeria: Major Gas Facility Won't Be Repaired Until May
Power outages and long queues for fuel have been seen as militants sabotage oil pipelines.
Nigeria: Tompolo Still On the Run as Case Postponed
The former Niger Delta kingpin has been on the run since January.
Nigeria: Oil Strike Suspended as Unions Reassured
Nigeria has struggled to meet demand for petrol after attacks on oil pipelines.
Nigerian Ship Hijackers Free Five Hostages
The hijackers originally demanded the release of pro-Biafran activist Nnamdi Kanu.
Biafra and Oil Militants: Nigeria's Troubles Head South
After Boko Haram in the northeast, a number of threats are destabilizing Nigeria's south.
Nigeria Shuts Two Oil Refineries As Militancy Looms
A Nigerian court ordered the arrest of an ex-militant kingpin, prompting a spate of attacks on oil pipelines.
Is Militancy Returning to the Niger Delta?
One of Nigeria's main oil-producing regions is looking increasingly unstable.
Niger Delta Leader Tompolo is Wanted for Corruption
The ex-Niger Delta militant leader is accused of involvement in $175 million worth of corruption.
