Democracy Day: PAP boss lauds Tinubu’s impact on Niger Delta development

The Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dennis Otuaro, has said that Democracy Day represents a defining milestone in Nigeria’s democratic evolution, adding that it continues to serve as a unifying reference point for the country’s political development. In a statement to mark the occasion, Otuaro said June 12 symbolises electoral freedom and the pursuit of credible democratic governance, stressing that it reflects Nigeria’s enduring aspiration for fair elections and accountable leadership. According to a statement signed by his media aide, Igoniko Oduma on Friday, the PAP boss paid tribute to the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola and other figures associated with the June 12 struggle, stating that their sacrifices helped shape the return of democratic rule in 1999. Otuaro commended President Bola Tinubu for what he described as efforts to strengthen democratic institutions and widen civic participation in governance. He said development outcomes in the Niger Delta were evidence of the benefits of democracy under the current administration. “The Niger Delta is enjoying the dividends of democracy under the administration of President Tinubu.” The Amnesty boss linked improvements in the PAP to increased government backing, noting that expanded funding had strengthened scholarships, skills acquisition, and empowerment initiatives. He disclosed that over 8,235 students were currently benefiting from local and foreign scholarship schemes under the programme, studying various professional and technical courses. Otuaro further referenced several federal projects and institutions, including the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, the South-South Development Commission, the Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland, and the Nigeria Maritime University, Okerenkoko, as indicators of government attention to the region’s development needs. On security, he said government efforts were ongoing to address insecurity challenges, urging citizens to support security agencies in maintaining peace and stability. Related News June 12: Saraki warns against weak legislature, says democracy needs strong institutions Amnesty slams Abuja protest crackdown, says Sowore hospitalised Action Alliance presidential candidate urges end to banditry He called on youths and former agitators in the Niger Delta to remain committed to peace, stressing that stability was essential for sustained development in the region. Otuaro also cautioned against misinformation and political manipulation, advising residents to be vigilant against false promises from polit