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PAP Administrator Urges Nigerian Students to Commit to National Development and Unity
Dedicates ‘Icon of Community Development’ Award to President Tinubu
By Admin
Dr. Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), has called on Nigerian students to demonstrate patriotism and a strong commitment to the nation’s development and unity. This statement was made during his speech at the first National Tech Summit, themed “Empowering Nigerian Students Through Tech,” which took place in Abuja on Tuesday.
Otuaro emphasized that the future of Nigeria rests in the hands of its youth, urging them to embrace education and technological empowerment as essential components of national progress. The summit, supported by the Nigeria Customs Service, was organized by the National Association of University Students (NAUS), the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS), and the National Association of Colleges of Education Students (NACES).
According to a press release from Mr. Igoniko Oduma, the Special Assistant on Media to the PAP Administrator, Otuaro was honored with the ‘Icon of Community Development’ award at the event. The award was presented by Nigerian students in recognition of his contributions to community development.
Otuaro, represented by his Special Assistant on Special Duties, Dinyain Tuebi, stressed the importance of education and technology in fostering national growth. He encouraged students to adopt values of integrity, service, and excellence, and to contribute actively to nation-building. He also highlighted the vital role of students as the foundation upon which Nigeria’s future depends.
He praised the collaborative efforts of NAUS, NAPS, and NACES in organizing the summit, commending their vision of leveraging technology to enhance education and career prospects. Otuaro expressed gratitude to the student organizations for the award, dedicating it to President Bola Tinubu and other stakeholders who have been working diligently to promote peace, stability, and development in Nigeria.
“This summit represents the resilience, creativity, and determination characteristic of Nigerian students,” Otuaro stated. “As you embark on this journey of exploration and learning, I urge you to stay committed to your studies, remain patriotic in your actions, and focus on the growth and unity of our country. The future of Nigeria is in your hands, and through your dedication and hard work, we will continue to build a prosperous, peaceful, and technologically advanced nation.”
Marshal Obaji, the President of NAUS, explained that the summit aimed to address the technological skills gap among Nigerian students and graduates, while also providing mentorship and opportunities in emerging tech fields, innovation, and networking.
HIGH CHIEF SUNNY GBEGHA JP CELEBRATES DAUGHTER’S ACADEMIC MILESTONES
By: Daire Perez
Okija, Anambra State – Father and community leader, High Chief Sunny Gbegha JP, the Egbakarewei of Iduwini Kingdom, Delta State, has expressed immense joy and gratitude to God as his daughter, Miss Gbegha Tamarauikiye Favour, successfully completed notable academic milestones at Madonna University, Okija.
Miss Favour graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance, earning an impressive Second-Class Upper (2.1) classification. Going a step further in her academic pursuit, she has also obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in Banking and Finance from the same institution.
This has received warm reactions from family and friends with many congratulating the young lad. I a message filled with joy, High Chief Gbegha described his daughter’s achievements as a testament to hard work, discipline, and divine grace. He noted that her academic excellence brings honour not only to their family but also to the wider community.
Community members, friends, and well-wishers have continued to congratulate Miss Favour for her outstanding accomplishments, celebrating her as an inspiration to young scholars across the region.
IduwiniVoice joins in this congratulations to our shining young lady.
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By: Divine Perezide
Former leader of Burutu Legislative House, Rt. Hon. Joseph Alubeze, has expressed heartfelt birthday felicitations to the his former boss and leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Gbabozor Pondi, Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and the Chairman, House Committee on the South-South Development Commission.
In his congratulatory message, Alubeze described Pondi as an astute leader whose antecedent smarcks of nothing but people-oriented service and dedication that continue to inspire many within and beyond the Constituency.
“Happy Blessed Birthday to you, my Dear Leader, Rt. Hon. Julius Pondi – Member Representing Burutu Federal Constituency and Chairman, South-South Development Commission,” he started.
He prayed for renewed wisdom, strength, and greater achievement for the federal lawmaker as he marks a new year. “May this new year of yours be filled with wisdom, strength, and greater accomplishments as you continue to serve with dedication and grace,” he added.
Hon. Alubeze, a former leader of Burutu House wished his principal Pondi, whose was his predecessor, many more fruitful years in good health, acknowledging his commitment to the advancement of the South-South region and the nation at large, closing his message with a heartfelt best wishes to the celebrant on his special day.
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Good News: Presidential Amnesty Office Commences Second Phase of Laptop Distribution to Scholarship Delegates
By: Divine Perezide
Abuja – The Otuaro-led Presidential Amnesty Office, popularly known as PAP, has commenced the second phase of laptop distribution to its scholarship beneficiaries across Nigerian Universities for the 2024/2025 academic year.
According to a statement signed by Mr. Igoniko Oduma, Special Assistant on Media to the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, the initiative is part of efforts to enhance learning and research amongst students under the programme.
The exercise, which began following the directive of the Administrator, Chief (Dr.) Dennis Otuaro, makes a continuation of the first phase carried out between April and May 2025, during which over 663 final-year scholarship beneficiaries received laptops.
Dr Otuaro explained that the decision to promoting academic excellence and research productivity. He noted that the gesture also fulfills a promise he made to students during his tour of partner Universities in 2024.
“The laptops are intended to aid the beneficiaries in their studies and research activities” Otuaro state, urging the students to use the devices responsibility and to justify the Federal Governmtent’s modest investment in their education.
He also advised the beneficiaries to remain focus on their academic pursuit and avoid behaviours that could undermine their future prospects.
Reaffirming his administration’s objectives, Dr. Otuaro said the PAP will continue to achieve academic succes, contributing to the socio-economic advancement of the Niger Delta region.
He expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his consistent support for the programme, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to bridging the human capital development gaping the region.
Dr. Otuaro further urged the youths and people of the region to reciprocate the President’s gesture by supporting his administration’s policies and programmes.
He reaffirmed the PAP’s dedication to consolidating on its achievements in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration.
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