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Speech Delivered at the Launch of Arogbo-Ibe Voice Media By Dr. Denis Otuaro,
Speech Delivered at the Launch of Arogbo-Ibe Voice Media By Dr. Denis Otuaro,
Arogbo Town – on the 27th of September, 2024, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme, Dr Dennis Otuaro, who was a special guest of honour at the Launching of Arogbo-Ibe Voice media outlet, and ably represented Mr. Samuel Twatimi, Head of PAP Ondo State Liaison Office, delivered the following speech:
Distinguished elders, honored guests, esteemed members of the media, and my fellow Niger Deltans,
It is a profound privilege to stand before you today, bearing the goodwill and message of Dr. Denis Otuaru, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme. We gather here not merely to celebrate the birth of a news platform, but to witness the dawn of a new era for the Arogbo Ibe Kingdom—a time when our stories, aspirations, and collective strength will resonate far beyond these shores through the lens of Arogbo Ibe Voice News.
In the annals of history, there comes a moment when a people must rise and take charge of their destiny. This moment, dear friends, is upon us. The Niger Delta has long been known for its rich cultural tapestry and the wealth of natural resources beneath our feet. Yet, it is unity, above all, that will be the key to unlocking our future potential. *As the saying goes, “United we stand, divided we fall.”* Now is the time for us to bind our spirits together, as strands in a mighty cord, unbreakable in our shared purpose.
Since assuming office just a few months ago, Dr. Otuaru has taken swift and meaningful action to ensure that the path toward sustainable peace and development in the Niger Delta is not just imagined but realized. His tireless efforts include numerous consultations with women groups, ex-agitators, and other critical stakeholders across the region. These meetings have been vital in fostering dialogue, promoting reconciliation, and ensuring that the voices of all Niger Deltans are heard and integrated into the broader vision of lasting peace.
Under Dr. Otuaru’s steady and visionary leadership, the Presidential Amnesty Programme has made significant strides toward nurturing peace and fostering development. But make no mistake, peace is not merely the absence of conflict—it is the presence of justice, opportunity, and hope. Dr. Otuaru has labored tirelessly to sow these seeds, yet it falls upon us, the people, to water them with our faith and cooperation, for only then will they bear the fruit of sustainable progress.
The media, my friends, holds the sacred responsibility of being the heartbeat of society. Platforms like Arogbo Ibe Voice News have the power not only to inform but to transform. I implore our media to be more than just spectators in this unfolding narrative. Be the champions of unity, the heralds of our victories, and the voice of the voiceless. *Like a lighthouse guiding ships to safety,* the media must illuminate the path forward, fostering understanding, cooperation, and solidarity among our communities.
*Let us not be as reeds swayed by the wind of division,* but as the oak, deeply rooted in our shared values and purpose. The Niger Delta is a land brimming with untapped potential—our youth, our culture, our resources—all waiting to be harnessed for the greater good. By uniting our hearts and minds, we can create a region where prosperity is not the exception, but the rule.
I must commend the initiators of Arogbo Ibe Voice News for their bold vision. This platform stands as a testament to the power of storytelling—a medium through which we can showcase our resilience, our culture, and our unity to the world. I have no doubt that Arogbo Ibe Voice News will serve as both the mirror and the megaphone of the Niger Delta’s aspirations.
In closing, let me leave you with this: the road ahead will not be without its challenges. But as long as we stand together, in unity and cooperation, we will overcome. Let us move forward with the shared vision of peace and development, hand in hand with Dr. Otuaru’s tireless commitment to a prosperous Niger Delta. The time for action is now, and the responsibility lies with us all.
Thank you, and once again, congratulations to Arogbo Ibe Voice News on this historic launch. May it shine brightly as a beacon of hope and unity for generations to come.
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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