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Downpour: Property worth millions of Naira, bridge destroyed in Kwara
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
Property worth millions of Naira have been destroyed, while some major roads have also been washed away, with a bridge that completely collapsed following the Tuesday night downpour in Ilorin, the Kwara state capital, and the environs.
The downpour, which cut off some communities from the capital city of Ilorin, badly affected business owners, particularly at Yoruba road, Iloffa road, and other major markets, who had to salvage some of their wares in the gutters.
In the wake of the downpour, some roads recently repaired by the state government have been rendered impassable, especially the Upper Gaa Akanbi- Onikanga-Danialu-Agbabiaka road, Ita Alamu, Kangu road, and Ita Elepa road, among others, all in Ilorin, forcing residents to find alternative routes.
One of such roads that was badly hit is the one linking the state capital with the Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete through Shao community, while the major bridge on Jeeje River in Shao has also collapsed and washed away, thereby cutting off the people of Malete and environs from the capital city of Ilorin.
In a chat with journalists in Ilorin, the Jagunmolu of Shao, Chief Stephen Wole Oke, called on relevant authorities, particularly the state government and the Ministry of Works, not to treat the matter with lethargy, lamenting that lecturers and other categories of staff as well as the students of the State University have been brought under an inescapable suffering.
Chief Wole-Oke therefore urged the state government to do the needful to reconstruct the collapsed bridge as a matter of urgent priority.
Also commenting, a Public Affairs Analyst and an Indigene of Shao, Ambali Azeez, appealed to the state government to assist the people to restore life back to the area.
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Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.
According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.
Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.
Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.
Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.
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Investigations by Nigerian Concord Newspaper reveal that the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council, Mr. Pius Akutah, has allegedly misappropriated public funds for a lavish lifestyle.
According to our findings, within months of assuming office, Akutah allegedly purchased a bulletproof SUV valued at approximately N850 million. In addition, he is reported to have acquired over twenty exotic SUVs for use as a convoy.
Akutah is also said to have acquired multiple high-value properties, including three in Abuja’s Maitama and Asokoro districts worth over N2 billion, and two in Lagos’ Banana Island valued at N1.8 billion. These acquisitions appear far beyond the scope of his official salary and allowances.
Further investigation suggests that Akutah may be using public funds to support political ambitions, including allegedly grooming militants across 23 local government areas in Benue State for a potential 2027 gubernatorial bid.
Staff of the Shippers Council reportedly claim that Akutah frequently accesses the council’s treasury without proper authorization. Some insiders have indicated that a petition will soon be filed with the EFCC, ICPC, and the Presidency to report his alleged misconduct.
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I am writing to felicitate with Your Excellency, Atku Abubakar, GCON, former Vice-President of Nigeria (Zege Mule u Tiv & Wazirin Adamawa)
on the occasion of your 79th birthday anniversary.
I join your teeming admirers globally in celebrating you on this special day, an adorable Statesman and my Boss.
I recall with nostalgia, how countless generations have benefited from your generosity, wealth of experience and benevolence including being my key benefactor even as a young lawyer for my professional success.
Your Excellency, may your special day be filled with grandeur befitting your illustrious career.
I wish you continued success, prosperity, and an unending stream of accolades.
It takes a remarkable kind of fortitude to remain active in public life well into one’s golden years. Your dedication and patriotism remain truly exceptional.
May you enjoy a day of reflection on your many years of fruitful service to humanity. It is my prayer that God Almighty grants you many more healthy, fruitful, and fulfilling years ahead, and continues to endow you with wisdom, strength, and the grace to keep contributing to our nation-building.
Happy Birthday, Your Excellency.
Michael Kaase Aondoakaa SAN.
Former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice
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