The Ijaw Youth Consultative Forum (IYCF) on Friday condemned the false and malicious allegations leveled against Chief Dennis Otuaro, the Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP).
It noted that allegations published in The Guardian newspaper on February 19, 2025, were a desperate attempt to tarnish Chief Otuaro’s reputation and derail the progress achieved under his leadership.
In a statement, the Chairman/CEO of IYCF, Chief Ebizimor Preye Raphael, dismissed the claims as baseless and misleading, saying, “The allegations are a desperate attempt to derail the progress made by the PAP under Chief Otuaro’s leadership.”
The IYCF described the allegations as baseless and misleading, stating that Chief Otuaro has never been involved in any act of nepotism, favoritism, or financial mismanagement.
They also dismissed the claim that he is under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) as a gross misrepresentation of facts.
They pointed out that the PAP has made significant strides in promoting peace, stability, and economic empowerment in the Niger Delta region and that these allegations are aimed at undermining these efforts.
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Raphael stated that the IYCF is not alone in its support for Chief Otuaro, noting that other groups, such as the Ijaw Youth Council, have also condemned the allegations, calling them “wild” and “ridiculous.” He urged the public to disregard these claims and continue to support Chief Otuaro’s efforts to deliver on his mandate.
Raphael further advised individuals and groups with concerns to engage through proper channels rather than spreading false narratives that create division and instability.
He stressed that responsible leadership and constructive engagement are essential for promoting peace and development in the Niger Delta region.
He concluded by reaffirming the IYCF’s unwavering support for Chief Dennis Otuaro and the Presidential Amnesty Programme in their mission to drive sustainable development in the Niger Delta.
The group remains resolute in ensuring that the integrity and good work of the PAP leadership are not undermined by baseless accusations and orchestrated distractions.
