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PDP Will Not Participate In Edo State Local Government Council Election
By Ikhili Monday EBALU, Benin City
The Edo State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said the party will not participate in the Edo State Local Government Council Election following a case instituted by the party to challenge the Edo state of Assembly(EDHA) over issues bothering on electoral laws.
State Chairman of the PDP, Chief Dan Orbih made the position of the party known on Monday during the Flag off the PDP’s “Meet the People Tour” to the 18 Local Councils in Igarra and Auchi, headquarters of Akoko Edo Local Government and Etsako West Government Councils Area respectively .
Orbih who gave reasons for the boycott of the local council election said the PDP has approached the court to challenge the process on the electoral law as amended by the EDHA.
He said the party was compelled to approach the court as EDSIEC did not comply with the relevant section of the constitution on electoral matters.
Orbih who condemned the membership composition of the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) alleged that a team of registered members of certain political parties made up the electoral body.
He also alleged that the Prof Stanley Orobator led EDSIEC have concluded plans to announce the local councils election results before the date of the conduct of the election scheduled for 3rd March.
Orbih noted that until the Edo State government decides to comply with the relevant provision of the Nigerian constitution, the PDP will not participate in what he described as an “illegal process” to conduct the council election.
He said, “What we have in place in Edo State is that the Edo State Independent Electoral Commission (EDSIEC) is not dependable, reliable and not competent to conduct any election in Edo State.”
Orbih while lamenting the incessant attacks and killings of Akoko Edo indigenes by rampaging herdsmen urged the people to keep faith with the party by encouraging and mobilizing its members and supporters to get registered in the INEC ongoing Continuous Voters Registration (CVR) to enable them vote and bring about positive change.
He sympathised with families and victims of Herdsmen attacks in Akoko Edo, saying the state government has failed the people in the area of security by allegedly giving herdsmen a strong presence in Edo State.
Also, a former Governorship Candidate in the state, pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu has called on all members of the party who are interested in contesting positions in the local council election to be patient and wait for the outcome of the court process instituted by the PDP to challenge the conduct of the council poll.
Ize-Iyamu who sued for peace and reconciliation among members to form a stronger and united front said the call for patience by aspirants became imperative as the party will be better for it in future election as well as expressed optimism for a positive outcome of the court case instituted to challenge the conduct of the state local government election.
“In 2019, everything will change for the better. As you reconcile, please reorganise and re-dedicate yourselves. We see there is hunger in the land. In our time as the ruling party, we were not hearing of herdsmen killing, raping of your daughters and women as well as destroying your crops and farmlands. we will be victorious and by the grace of God stop the killings.”Ize-Iyamu said.
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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