The current hot news prompts us to reflect on the position of the former combatants in the Niger Delta region, beneficiaries of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP). These former agitators have chosen to distance themselves from the planned nationwide protest on October 1, an initiative launched by citizens dissatisfied with the current situation in the country.
Meeting at a seminar in Warri, Delta State, leaders of the former agitators of the Third Phase of the PAP have made clear their support for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In an official statement, Generals Andrew Joel Azazi and Emma Satu said the current government was on the right track to turn the country’s economy around.
They said President Tinubu deserves everyone’s support and it is essential to give him the time he needs to get the economy back on its feet. Over five thousand Niger Delta veterans have disassociated themselves from the planned protest, highlighting President Tinubu’s will and commitment to improving the country’s economic situation.
In a further show of support, the Chairman of the Delta State Pilgrimage Council, High Chief Yusuf Eregbene, commended the efforts of President Tinubu’s administration to turn around the country’s economy. He also noted that through these efforts, over ten thousand youths in the Niger Delta have been able to find stable employment, particularly with the security firm Tantita Nigeria Ltd.
This stand taken by the PAP veterans and community leaders in the Niger Delta in support of President Tinubu is a testament to their confidence in his administration and hope for better days ahead for the country. It is essential to acknowledge the positive actions taken and support initiatives aimed at stabilizing Nigeria’s economy for the well-being of all.
Ultimately, there is a need to give the current administration a chance to prove its worth and contribute to a sustainable economic recovery for the country. The road ahead is fraught with challenges, but with the support of all stakeholders involved, it is possible to see a bright future for Nigeria and its people.