The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has officially launched the Aviation Resuscitation Programme for Cadet Pilots and Aircraft Maintenance Engineers, reaffirming its commitment to providing sustainable livelihoods for former agitators and fostering a skilled workforce for Nigeria’s aviation sector.
The Interim Administrator of PAP, Major General Barry Ndiomu (retired), inaugurated the program in Lagos, emphasizing the significant opportunities that await the beneficiaries in the global aviation industry.
Ndiomu, represented by the Head of Reintegration, Wilfred Musa, acknowledged the past efforts to revamp training programs and noted the challenges stemming from administrative issues and the intricacies of the aviation sector.
He highlighted that the recent launch of the program, which had been in development for over eight years, underscores the current PAP leadership’s commitment to enhancing the lives of former agitators.
Recognizing the pivotal role of the aviation sector in commerce, Ndiomu described it as a “touchpoint for commerce in any country.” He encouraged aviation stakeholders to take note of the program and recognize the potential of the skilled workforce it will produce for the industry.
“Take note of the program and begin to look towards leveraging on the enormous pool of skilled manpower that the program will produce for the aviation industry,” he said.
Ndiomu also advised the program’s beneficiaries to prioritize discipline throughout their learning process and encouraged them to elevate their thinking while discarding any sense of entitlement.
