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Dangiwa Declares Support For REDAN’s Housing Programme, Bill
Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has commended the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria, REDAN, over its housing programmes targeted at providing affordable quality housing for Nigerians at both the urban and rural levels.
The Minister disclosed his position when a delegation of REDAN led by its President, Alhaji Aliyu Wammako, paid him a visit in his office, a statement signed by the Deputy Director, Information, Press and Public Relations in the ministry, Salisu Badamasi, and made available to national trail, said.
Arc. Dangiwa expressed delight at the association’s Rural Urban Housing Initiative, RUHI, a project aimed at building at least 100 housing units in 774 local governments areas, LGAs, of the country.
He promised REDAN of active participation of the ministry when the project would be ready for launching.
On Redan Estate Development Bill, the Minister noted that it was essential because it would regulate real estate development in the country, assuring the association that he would study the bill and follow up for it to be assented to by President Bola Tinubu.
“With this bill, I am sure the country will be better off with and there is no ministry to benefit from it better than the ministry of Housing and Urban Development,” he said.
Applauding the Association for seeking loan from Shelter Afrique to actualise their plan on RUHI, the minister explained that Nigeria was the second largest investor in the financial institution but has not benefitted much from it, adding that the engagement between the Association and Shelter Afrique would create an avenue to leverage it’s actualisation.
“As a Minister, I will lead that crusade to ensure you get the necessary support from Shelter Afrique as long as you meet the requirement,” he promised.
Speaking earlier, the President of REDAN and leader of the delegation, Alhaji Aliyu Wammako, informed the minister that the association had developed and executed a comprehensive business plan for RUHI -774.
Alhaji Wammako disclosed that twenty -nine estate development loan applications of their members have been submitted to Shelter Afrique as part of measures to execute the project.
He appealed to the Minister to prevail on Shelter Afrique to process the loans for his members and facilitate President Ahmed Bola Tinubu’s assent to the Real Estate Bill in order to ensure effective regulation of real estate business in the country, assuring the Minister of their support towards hitch-free development of the housing sector and national economy in general.
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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