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From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa
National Association of Presidential Amnesty Graduates (NAPAG) has passed a vote of confidence in the Administrator of Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dennis Otuaro.
NAPAG, in a statement, yesterday, by its National Coordinator, Somina Igani, applauded the innovative leadership of Otuaro and urged him to maintain the positive impact of his innovative administration on the people and communities of the Niger Delta.
The leadership of NAPAG while commending Otuaro for adopting an innovative approach to leadership also hailed him for bringing vast improvements in overseeing the PAP.
Igani, on behalf of the group, observed that Otuaro’s innovative leadership approach has manifested greatly in all aspects of the programme, particularly in his determined effort to bridge the human capital development gap in the Niger Delta.
He said the PAP administrator’s dedication has enabled significant progress in several areas under the programme.
Igani listed these to include enhanced academic opportunities through scholarship awards, the prompt payment of monthly stipends to PAP delegates, a revitalised vocational skills acquisition programme, and providing beneficiaries with high-quality training in various trades.
“Under his (Otuaro) leadership, there has been a significant increase in support for academic pursuits, enabling many ex-agitators to pursue higher education and professional training.
“This special attention to academics has not only empowered individuals but also contributed immensely to the socio-economic development of the Niger Delta region and beyond.
“The prompt disbursement of allowances under Otuaro’s leadership has been instrumental in the sustenance of the livelihoods of many former agitators,” Igani said.
He said the prompt payment of monthly allowances to ex-agitators had been crucial to sustainable peace, security, and stability in the region and was a huge support to the reintegration process.
Igani also pointed out that the PAP boss had demonstrated unparalleled dedication to the academic progress of NAPAG members, stressing that they were happy to identify with the leadership of Otuaro.
“His administration has significantly expanded educational opportunities, ensuring we are better equipped to contribute to the nation’s growth,” he said.
The presidential amnesty graduates further commended the PAP administrator for the strategic appointment of capable aides, among others, for quality delivery of service.
