In a significant milestone, 20 out of the 75 former agitators who underwent training through the Presidential Amnesty Program (PAP) Aviation Resuscitation Program have successfully graduated.

During the graduation ceremony held in Lagos, Major General Barry Ndiomu (Rtd), the Interim Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Program (PAP), emphasized the importance of various initiatives aimed at improving the prospects of young individuals. He stated that these initiatives are “critical to the supply of manpower globally in strategic industries and trade sectors.”

General Ndiomu, who was represented by PAP’s Head of Reintegration, Wilfred Musa, explained that his administration, in office for over a year, decided to support the Aviation Resuscitation Program due to the immense opportunities available in the aviation industry. He emphasized the significance of building adequate human capacity in this field.

He highlighted the global relevance of the program, noting that the graduates would not only secure livelihoods within the aviation industry, whether locally or internationally, but also gain valuable knowledge and become part of a global network. This, in turn, would empower them to contribute to the betterment of their families, communities, and ultimately, the Niger Delta.

General Ndiomu acknowledged that aviation training can be costly but stressed that no investment is too great when it comes to developing the capacity of individuals from the Niger Delta region.

Engr. Roland Ahmed, the CEO of Leadstream Aviation Training Limited, lauded the Presidential Amnesty Office for its commitment to the Aviation delegates. He added that this investment had positioned PAP as a strategic supplier of critical manpower to the rapidly growing global aviation industry.

He revealed that the newly trained aircraft maintenance engineers would undergo a 12-month on-the-job training (OJT), during which they would be adequately licensed and type-rated. Importantly, the PAP has fully funded this on-the-job training (OJT) experience.