Niger Delta Ex-Militants Praise Tinubu for Amnesty Program

Former Niger Delta agitators, represented by the Akwa Ibom Ex-Militants’ Forum, commended President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). They expressed confidence in the management of PAP under Dr. Dennis Otuaro, the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs.

In a communique issued in Uyo, key leaders including Imoh Okoko, Gen. Ekpo Ekpo, Maj. Gen. Henry Okon Etete, Elder Udom Ebetor, and Udo Bassey reaffirmed their support for Dr. Otuaro and cautioned against attempts to remove him, which could jeopardize the peace established under the ceasefire agreement with the federal government. The forum highlighted the program's focus on education and vocational training, noting that in 2026, 243 youths were sent abroad for postgraduate studies, including 150 to UK universities in various fields.

They rejected claims that Dr. Otuaro had lost the confidence of stakeholders, attributing opposition to personal or political interests rather than the program's effectiveness.