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PAP: 21 Niger Delta Groups Condemn Attacks on Otuaro, Tompolo by Boyloaf’s Secretary
By Divine Perezide,
A coalition of over 20 Niger Delta groups has condemned recent allegations and attacks directed at Chief Dennis Brutu Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), and High Chief Government Ekpemupolo, also known as Tompolo. The accusations were made by Jude Gbaboyor, the secretary to former Niger Delta agitator Victor Ben Ebikabowei, alias Boyloaf.
In a joint statement, the coalition described Gbaboyor as a “destitute” and an “enemy of the Niger Delta,” accusing him of engaging in character assassination against Otuaro and Tompolo. The groups clarified that Gbaboyor had previously been dismissed from his position at the Amnesty Office by the former PAP coordinator, Major General Barry Ndiomu (Rtd.), over allegations of multiple misconducts.
The coalition includes various organizations such as the Niger Delta Ex-Fighters (NDEF), the Ijaw People’s Development Initiative (IPDI), and the Urhobo Defenders, among others. Their leaders, including Elder Emury Bekenawei, Comrade Peter Luke, and others, signed the statement, calling for Gbaboyor to be reprimanded by Boyloaf to prevent further division among Niger Delta leaders.
The groups firmly dismissed Gbaboyor’s accusations, stating that the documents he referenced in his attacks were first published in 2020 by Henry Okah on his Facebook page and predate Otuaro’s appointment to the PAP. They criticized Gbaboyor’s efforts to manipulate the public, and especially President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with outdated information that has existed in public domain for years, and hence labeled his claims as baseless and misleading.
The statement also highlighted Tompolo’s critical role in the Niger Delta struggle, emphasizing that only those ignorant of the region’s history would speak negatively about him. The coalition urged Boyloaf to intervene and caution Gbaboyor, threatening further action if the attacks continued.
The groups praised Otuaro’s leadership in the PAP, noting that his reforms have positively impacted the Niger Delta region. They urged President Tinubu and the public to disregard Gbaboyor’s comments, which they attributed to personal grievances, particularly after Otuaro reportedly denied a personal favour sought by Gbaboyor.
The coalition concluded by reaffirming their support for Otuaro and urging him to continue his good works undeterred, warning Gbaboyor of the legal consequences if his defamatory actions persists.
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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