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Be Fair, Just to Stakeholders, Speaker Charges Reps Panel
….says investigation will assist government on planning
Speaker House of Representatives, Hon Abbas Tajudden has urged members of the Ad-hoc Committee investigating funds accrued to the Great Green Wall project from 2015 till date to be fair and just to all stakeholders as they began their assignment saying that recommendations made at the end will assist the government in future planning.
The Speaker, Hon Tajudden who gave the charge while declaring open an investigative hearing to ascertain funds accrued to Great Green Wall further disclosed that the probe will help the government to gather accurate data that could help it ensure optimal project implementations in Nigeria.
According to the speaker, another aim of the Probe will be to expose corruption as well as guide the new administration in the continued implementation of the policy for the general benefit of all Nigerians.
“The mandate of the ad-hoc set up for the investigation is to investigate All funds received from International organizations and Donor agencies from 2015 to date, All budgetary and other Federal allocations to the National Agency for the Great Green Wall from 2015 to date”
“The utilization of ecological funds released to the Great Green Wall by the international organizations. All contracts awarded to various contractors for the project from 2015 to date; The total sum received through the policy and the level of compliance with the goals and objectives of the projects,” he said.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Ad-hoc Committee, Hon Isma’ila Dabo explained that the recent upsurge in natural environmental challenges, despite funds put into the Great Green Wall program from both federal government and international partners pushed for the investigation.
Hon. Dabo equally expressed concern that some ministries, departments, and agencies of the federal government, as well as several state governments, have either not responded to the committee’s request to submit the necessary documents required, or deliberately delayed such documents to prevent it from carrying out its mandate.
“As a Committee, our assignment is to investigate and make appropriate recommendations to the House for a resolution, and we will do just that”.
“This hearing is to provide fair hearings to all parties and for all issues affecting a successful implementation of the project to be brought to the table. After this hearing, we shall embark on, an on-the-spot assessment tour
to all the projects executed under this scheme to ascertain the claims”.
“The Ad-hoc committee is resolute in undertaking this assignment in the
interest of all Nigerians. We are not here to scandalize any individual or
organization but only to ensure that public funds are utilized for the purpose they are meant for”. He is explained
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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