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FG Supports 300 Taraba Livestock Farmers with Pasture Seeds, Supplementary Feeds
Uhuru Samuel Adaji Jalingo
The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development on Saturday distributed millions of naira worth of relief materials to over 300 livestock farmers who were affected by flood in Taraba in 2022.
Flagging off the exercise in Jalingo, the state capital, the Director, Department of Animal Husbandry Services, Mrs Winnie Lai-Solarin explained that federal government was mindful of the role of livestock farmers in the sustenance of the food security value chain in the country.
She said that the ministry has provided the affected farmers with 600 hundred of bags of livestock pasture seeds for growing of improved grass and 600 hundreds of bags of nutrition cake with the aim of boosting the quality and quantity of beef and diary products from their farms.
According to her, with the concentration and encouragement of improved grass and production of protenous cake for the animals, the ministry aimed at reducing the age-long conflicts between livestock and crop farmers to the bearest minimum.
“Gamba grass and andropogon seeds are simple to grow and good food supplement for animals that would, over time, reduce the frequency of movement of livestock from one area to another in search of pasture.
She reassured the farmers that government would continue to render support to them to continue to play their roles in food security value chain.
In his goodwill message at the occasion, the Permanent Secretary Taraba State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security Mr Sale Pavali recalled that Taraba was among states that experienced heavy flooding which destroyed not only crops, but also various categories livestock across many local government areas
While appreciating the intervention of the federal government, Mr Pavali said the Taraba State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security was considering an enhanced partnership with the Livestock Productivity and Resilience Support Project to improve the state’s livestock sector.
Hajiya Aishatu Ardo, a beneficiary of the exercise who spoke on behalf of others, appreciated the Federal Ministry of Agriculture for it’s timely intervention and assured that the support would be properly utilized to improve the quality of livestock in their farms.
Aishatu who is also the Chief Executive of Ardo Yahya Global Ventures, as well as State Chairman of the Fulbe Development and Cultural Organization (FUDECO) observed that with the government attention to the livestock sector, farmers would do well in improving their daily supplies of beef and diary products for the Nigerian markets.
National Trail reports that hundred of affected livestock farmers from flood-prone local governments of the state benefited from the federal government’s gesture.
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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