PAP Beneficiaries Complete Overseas Programmes as IYC Hails Otuaro’s Human Capital Drive
By Our Correspondent
The Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide has commended the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr. Dennis Otuaro, for his sustained investment in human capital development following the successful completion of academic programmes by several beneficiaries in universities across the United Kingdom, Europe and other parts of the world.
The Council said the successful completion of various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes by the beneficiaries demonstrates the effectiveness of the Presidential Amnesty Programme’s educational initiatives in producing globally competitive Niger Delta professionals.
In a press statement signed by its Spokesman, Amb. Binebai Yerin Princewill, the IYC stated that the successful completion of the programmes reflects the Programme’s commitment to educational empowerment and the development of young people capable of contributing meaningfully to the peace and socio-economic advancement of the Niger Delta.
According to the Council, the beneficiaries have completed internationally recognised academic programmes while acquiring professional competence, valuable knowledge and global exposure that will positively impact the future of the region.
The IYC particularly congratulated Salaco Arerebo Yerinmene on the successful completion of his Master of Science (MSc) in Oil and Gas Management at Coventry University, United Kingdom, during the 2025/2026 academic session.
It described his academic achievement as a source of pride to the Ijaw nation, noting that his successful completion of the programme reflects resilience, discipline, hard work and excellence while showcasing the enormous potential of Niger Delta youths when given access to quality education.
The Council also congratulated every beneficiary of the Presidential Amnesty Programme who successfully completed his or her academic programme abroad, saying their achievements have projected the Niger Delta positively on the global stage.
The statement urged the beneficiaries to return home and apply the knowledge, skills and experience acquired overseas towards the social, economic, technological and institutional development of the Niger Delta.
The IYC maintained that the struggle of the Niger Delta has always extended beyond resource control and environmental justice to include human capital development, economic empowerment, social inclusion and equal opportunities.
It noted that the successful completion of the academic programmes further reinforces the importance of education as a critical tool for producing future leaders, professionals, innovators and development advocates.
The Council further stated that every beneficiary who successfully completes an academic programme through the Presidential Amnesty Programme represents an investment in peace, stability and prosperity, with the capacity to drive transformation across government, industry, academia, entrepreneurship and community development.
Commending Dr. Otuaro for sustaining educational policies that continue to produce globally trained professionals, the IYC said his administration has restored confidence in the Presidential Amnesty Programme through transparency and renewed commitment to youth development.
The Council appealed to the PAP Administrator to sustain and expand opportunities for overseas education, professional development and specialised training, stressing that continued investment in education would produce more professionals capable of contributing to the development of both the Niger Delta and Nigeria.
It also reaffirmed its support for initiatives aimed at promoting education, youth empowerment, capacity building and sustainable human development.
The IYC concluded by congratulating Salaco Arerebo Yerinmene and every other beneficiary who successfully completed their academic programmes abroad, urging them to remain worthy ambassadors of the Ijaw nation and deploy their expertise towards building a more peaceful, prosperous and progressive Niger Delta.
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