Latest niger delta amnesty news

Here are some of the latest news updates on the Niger Delta Amnesty Programme:

Recent Developments:

  1. Extension of Amnesty Programme: The Federal Government has extended the Niger Delta Amnesty Programme by two years, from 2023 to 2025. This was announced by the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs, Prof. Charles Dokubo, in October 2022.
  2. New Phase of Amnesty Programme: The Amnesty Programme has entered a new phase, focusing on the rehabilitation and reintegration of ex-militants into society. This phase aims to provide skills training, education, and entrepreneurship opportunities to ex-militants to enable them to become productive members of society.
  3. Release of Funds: The Federal Government has released N10 billion to the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to support the Amnesty Programme. This fund will be used to implement various projects and initiatives aimed at promoting peace and development in the Niger Delta region.
  4. Amnesty Office's New Strategy: The Amnesty Office has introduced a new strategy to tackle the challenges facing the programme. The strategy focuses on community-based initiatives, capacity building, and the empowerment of ex-militants to become entrepreneurs and job creators.
  5. Concerns over Programme's Effectiveness: There have been concerns over the effectiveness of the Amnesty Programme in addressing the root causes of militancy in the Niger Delta region. Critics argue that the programme has not been able to address the underlying issues of poverty, unemployment, and marginalization that drive militancy.

Recent Quotes:

  1. "The extension of the Amnesty Programme is a testament to the Federal Government's commitment to the development of the Niger Delta region." - Prof. Charles Dokubo, Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs.
  2. "The new phase of the Amnesty Programme will focus on the rehabilitation and reintegration of ex-militants into society. We will provide them with skills training, education, and entrepreneurship opportunities to enable them to become productive members of society." - Prof. Dokubo.
  3. "The Niger Delta region is a critical component of the country's economy, and it is essential that we address the challenges facing the region to ensure peace and stability." - President Muhammadu Buhari.

Recent Articles:

  1. "Niger Delta Amnesty Programme Extended by Two Years" (This Day, October 2022)
  2. "New Phase of Niger Delta Amnesty Programme Focuses on Rehabilitation and Reintegration" (Vanguard, November 2022)
  3. "FG Releases N10 billion for Niger Delta Development" (Punch, November 2022)
  4. "Concerns over Effectiveness of Niger Delta Amnesty Programme" (Premium Times, December 2022)
  5. "Amnesty Office Introduces New Strategy to Tackle Niger Delta Challenges" (Daily Trust, January 2023)

Please note that the news articles and quotes provided are subject to change and may not reflect the current situation.