Presidential amnesty programme news
I'm assuming you're referring to the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) in Nigeria. Here are some recent news updates:
Latest Developments:
- Extension of Amnesty Programme: In October 2022, the Nigerian government extended the Presidential Amnesty Programme by two years, until 2024. This was announced by the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta Affairs, Professor Charles Quaker Dokubo.
- Rehabilitation and Reintegration: The PAP has been focusing on the rehabilitation and reintegration of ex-militants into society. In 2022, the programme launched a vocational training scheme to equip ex-militants with skills in areas like agriculture, construction, and entrepreneurship.
- Security Challenges: Despite the amnesty programme, security challenges persist in the Niger Delta region. In 2022, there were reports of attacks on oil installations and kidnappings of foreigners, which have been attributed to militant groups.
Recent News Articles:
- "Nigeria Extends Presidential Amnesty Programme by Two Years" (Premium Times, October 2022)
- "Presidential Amnesty Programme: Ex-Militants Get Vocational Training" (Vanguard, August 2022)
- "Niger Delta: Amnesty Programme Fails to Address Security Challenges" (This Day, June 2022)
Background:
The Presidential Amnesty Programme was established in 2009 by then-President Umaru Musa Yar'Adua to address the Niger Delta crisis. The programme aimed to disarm, demobilize, and reintegrate former militants into society. Since its inception, the programme has undergone several reviews and extensions, with the current programme running until 2024.
Please note that the information provided is based on publicly available news articles and may not reflect the most up-to-date information.