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Gov Idris signs 2024 budget into law
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Kebbi State Governor Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu has signed the 2024 appropriation bill into law.
Idris signed the budget at Government House in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday after receiving the document from the Speaker,Kebbi State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Usman Muhammad Ankwe.
Governor Idris expressed deep appreciation to the speaker and members of the State House of Assembly for the speedy passage of the 2024 budget .
He commended the Legislators for what he described as having people of Kebbi State at heart and for being alive to their responsibilities.
He aso described the State House of Assembly as the House of people of Kebbi State and also for ratifying series of bills sent by the Executive.
‘ I can testify that it has never happened this way,we sent the budget, the House of Assembly scrutinised it, debated on the budget ,Xrayed the budget and at end of the day they passed the budget and they brought the budget which I have signed today ‘.
The governor pledged to implement the budget to the latter, transparently giving emphasis to infrastructural development and empowerment of people of the State.
Presenting the 2024 budget, the Speaker, Kebbi State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Usman Muhammad Ankwe described the presentation as significant milestone in the democratic journey of Kebbi State.
He said the budget was a culmination of extensive consultation, deliberation and rigorous scrutiny by dedicated members of the House.
According to him, the 2024 budget was not merely a financial document but represents collective aspirations for people of Kebbi State and served as road map for Kebbi State Government in achieving its developmental goals and objectives.
He stated that in considering the budget, members of the House have taken the diverse needs and priorities of the government such as infrastructure, education, agriculture, health and People’s empowerment in order to promote inclusive growth.
‘ Significant amount has been allocated to education, healthcare delivery, infrastructure, people’s empowerment, power supply,recruitment of doctors and teachers as well as social welfare to fight poverty and create employment ‘, he said.
The speaker also announced that provision has been made for the construction of Koko- Dabai Road and for social welfare to fight poverty, create employment and encourage the efforts of the wives of the governor in promoting skills acquisition.
The speaker affirmed the commitment of the legislature to work jointly with the executive arm to hasten the progress of Kebbi state for the mutual benefit of the people.
The historic presentation of the budget to the Governor was attended by the Deputy Governor, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, SSG Alhaji Yakubu Bala-Tafida, Head of Service, Alhaji Sufyanu Garba Bena, Chief of Staff Government House, Barrister Attahiru Muhammad Maccido, Commissioners, Special Advisers and other top government functionaries.
It will be recalled that the 2024 budget, tagged ‘ Budget of Infrastructure and People’s Empowerment ‘ is in the sum of Two Hundred and Fifty Billion One Hundred and Thirty Four Million Ninety One Thousand Seven Hundred and Fifty Seven Naira One Kobo (N250,134,091,757.01) was presented to the Kebbi State House of Assembly in November, 2023.
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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