Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr. Dennis Otuaro, has declared that the Niger Delta region will support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing his sincerity and commitment to the region’s development.
Otuaro made the statement while commending South-South leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for endorsing Tinubu as their sole presidential candidate ahead of the next general elections.
He described the endorsement by party leaders and governors from Edo, Delta, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom States during their July 5, 2025, meeting in Benin as a justified reward for the President’s practical love for the region.
Highlighting Tinubu’s contributions, Otuaro noted that the Niger Delta has significantly benefited under the Renewed Hope Agenda through major appointments, landmark projects, and increased funding of key institutions like the NDDC and PAP.
He also praised Tinubu for signing into law critical legislations establishing the Maritime University in Okerenkoko, the Federal University of Environment and Technology in Ogoniland, and the South South Development Commission.
“These are not just promises; they are actions that show the President means well for our people. He deserves our support,” Otuaro said.
Otuaro said, “His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has not hidden his intention to develop the South South and the Niger Delta, which explains why he has given this level of attention to the Lagos-Calabar Expressway.
“I urge the South-South and the Niger Delta people to embrace the informed position of the APC leaders to sustain the region in the position to attract more development through a listening leader.
“I also advise the youths of the region and delegates of the Presidential Amnesty Programme not to allow themselves to be used by politicians with intentions inimical to the interest of the Niger Delta.
“I know that many will soon besiege our streets with their deceptive antics out of desperation for votes.
“We all can attest to what the President has done, and we are informed enough to know who is sincere with the desired development of our region.
“What this President deserves is our continued support and contribution to his reelection in 2027.”
