By Peter Onyekachukwu 
By Peter Utebor, Asaba
DELTA: A former Deputy Director of Naval Intelligence and 2023 senatorial candidate, Commodore Omatseye Nesiama (rtd), has dedicated the new headquarters of Top Private Security Services Nigeria Limited and its affiliated training academy to God, marking a major transformation of what was once a notorious crime zone in Warri, Delta State.
The dedication ceremony, which was officiated by Rev. Dr. Justin C. Okoroji Jnr of the First Baptist Church, Warri GRA, took place amidst prayers and gratitude, with Nesiama and his wife acknowledging divine guidance in the realization of the project.
“Before now, this place was a desolate area, a den for drug users and criminals,” Nesiama told reporters. “But God enabled us to reclaim and transform it. With this facility, lives will be transformed, communities will be uplifted, and, by extension, the country will be positively impacted.”
The facility, now home to a security and professional training academy, aims to offer certifications in security, health, safety and environment (HSE), entrepreneurship, aviation, maritime, and other high-service skill areas. Nesiama revealed that partnerships have already been formed with local and international institutions for the delivery of globally recognized certifications.
“Our training is targeted at both local and international audiences. We have secured some national accreditations already and are working towards more. This is about empowering people with practical, life-changing skills,” he said.
On the state of Nigeria’s security architecture, the retired naval officer emphasized the need for structured, intentional efforts.
“National security is strategic and should never be ad-hoc. It requires a grand strategy with clear implementation. Unfortunately, we have often failed at implementation,” he remarked.
He also called on the government at all levels to move from rhetoric to action. “Enough of the talk-shops. Let’s walk the talk. People are hungry. We need to provide sustainable solutions, not just palliatives. Teach them how to fish.”
Speaking on youth empowerment, Nesiama stressed the academy’s potential to redirect the energies of young people away from crime by equipping them with marketable skills. “Many of them turn to crime because they believe they have no other option. We are here to change that narrative—one youth at a time.”
The facility also hosts Bukka Ember Dining, a restaurant serving African and continental cuisine, powered by a 24-hour generator to ensure uninterrupted comfort for clients, trainees, and staff.
Nesiama further appealed to the Delta State Government to support infrastructure around the facility, including the adjoining road, to boost accessibility and enhance security. “We’ve handled drainage and slab work as our own CSR, but the road needs government attention. Once it’s fixed, the whole environment will flourish.”
With the official dedication complete, Nesiama expressed hope that the centre will become a beacon of hope, knowledge, and transformation for Delta State and beyond.