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Fire inferno : Nasarawa Assembly urges Govt to visit scene, provide relief materials for victims
. “… as Nasarawa Central representative, Hon Danyaro presents the matter on issue of urgent public importance…”
The Nasarawa State House of Assembly, has urged the state government to provide relief materials to the victims of fire disaster at Nasarawa market in Nasarawa Local Government Area of the state.
Rt. Hon. Ibrahim Balarabe Abdullahi, the Speaker of the House made the call while reading the House resolution on a matter of public importance raised by Hon Hajara Danyaro Ibrahim ( APC- Nasarawa Central) during the House proceedings today in Lafia.
The Speaker said that providing relief materials to the victims would not only cushion the effects of the fire disaster on them but would also improve on their standard of living.
He appreciated Hon Danyaro for bringing the matter and other members for their positive contributions on the issue.
” It is indeed sad that the fire disaster destroyed shops and properties worth millions of Naira in Nasarawa market.
” This is happening when Nigerians are in pains because of the removal of the fuel subsidy in the country, ” he said
The Speaker sympathized with the victims over the fire disaster and urged them to remain calm.
” Apart from sympathizing with the victims, we call on the state government to immediately send delegation to the scene of the fire disaster to ascertain the level of damage.
” We also call on the state government to provide relief materials to cushion the effects of the fire disaster on the victims ” the Speaker said.
The Speaker directed the clerk to communicate the resolution of the House to the state government for it’s action.
Earlier, Hon Hajara Danyaro Ibrahim, member representing Nasarawa Central Constituency while raising the matter under the matter of public importance, urged the Speaker and Honourable members to support her to enable the state government come to the aid of the victims of fire disaster in her constituency.
” Mr Speaker and Hon colleagues, on the early hours of Sunday, 20th August, 2023, It was a sad moment for the people of my constituency as there was fire outbreak in Nasarawa market which destroyed shops and properties worth millions of Naira.
” It was very sympathetic that the victims of the fire inferno has lost everything in their shops and they are suffering as a result of the incident.
” And this happened at this time of hardship that the people are going through as a result of fuel subsidy removal in the country,” she said.
In their various contributions, Hon Solomon Akwashiki ( SDP- Lafia Central), Dr Peter Akwe( PDP-Obi 1), Hon Onarigu Kana ( SDP- Udege/Loko), Hon Musa Ibrahim Abubakar ( NNPP- Doma South), Hon Larry Ven-Bawa ( APC- Akwanga North) and Hon Suleiman Azara ( APC- Awe South), all appealed to the state government to support the victims of the fire disaster in the area.
They sympathized with the victims over the unfortunate incident.
They also called for functional vehicles and other equipment at the fire service stations in order to positively response to fire outbreaks.
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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