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How I paid N.5m as ransom to Libyan kidnappers – returnee
By Ikhili Monday Ebalu, Benin City
A Libya returnee, Mr. Tony Taira, yesterday said he paid the sum of N500, 000 as ransom to regain his freedom from the hands of his captors in Libya.
He disclosed this to newsmen in Benin City shortly after he arrived the hotel where he was lodged alongside his co-deportees.
Taira said surviving in the Libya desert could be best ascribed to the grace of God and not by ones physical strength as many able-bodied young men lost their lives in an attempt to cross the desert.
“Crossing the desert, it is not by your physical strength. You will see a grown up man going through that desert he cannot make it and it is there you will also see a little boy going through such desert and making it.
“After the desert, when you are now in Libya, you may be kidnapped. Like in my case, I was kidnapped and forced to pay the sum of N500, 000 before I regained my freedom after much tortures.
“So after Libya, going to the Mediterranean Sea, that is another tug of war you will see couples trying to cross with their children, the children will survive while the couples will die. I witnessed it.
Taira, an HND graduate of Business Administration and Management from Delta State Polytechnic, who was seen wrapping up the leftover food for consumption in a later date, when asked the reasons behind his action said, he learnt that from the Libyans.
“One good thing I learnt in Libya is that, there is no wastage. An Arab man does not give out his money for any reason, you must work for it.
“So, I learnt something and that is one good thing I learnt in Libya. I do not waste things anymore. It is a very big thing I have learnt so far.
“My experiences in Libya are a lesson and training to me. It was more than my four years academic sessions I went through in the higher institution. It is more than the NYSC training just these six months I spent in Libya. It was tough, rough and hard”, he declared.
He however appealed to government and other well meaning Nigerians to assist him with funds to enable him go into farming.
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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