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Akume: A renowned patriot and revolutionary leader, CSOs
Leaders of prominent Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) across the country have described the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. Dr. George Akume as a revolutionary leader and a beacon of the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The CSOs stated this as part of resolutions at a CSO roundtable discussion in Abuja on Friday, the 27th of December 2024, as part of activities to mark the 71st birthday of the elder statesman and politician.
The round table also analysed the leadership style and trajectory of the SGF, describing it as impactful and a beacon of the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
“Looking at the year in perspective, we are astonished at the quality and quantity of work the SGF has done in facilitating the smooth conduct of government affairs. It simply goes to show that he is a true patroit who has prioritized the nation over anything else.
“Considering these giant strides and selflessness, we are moved to align ourselves solidly with the current administration. We are open to collaborations with the SGF and indeed the federal government in advancing the frontiers of development in all areas.
“Government cannot work in isolation and since the current administration is willing to carry everyone along in their policies and programmes, it will simply be unpatriotic for us not to mobilize and support the efforts of government”, Amb. (Dr.) Solomon Adodo, Convener of the CSOs Round table and other different speakers intoned.
The CSOs similarly passed a vote of confidence on the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, maintaining that “despite the present setbacks, they are confident that with a credible team comprising of the SGF and members of the Federal Executive Council, Nigerians will soon breathe a sigh of relief and be grateful to Mr. President for his transformative policies”.
Different speakers at the round table discussion including youth and other stakeholders were unanimous in commending the SGF for his untiring efforts towards the fulfilment of the renewed hope agenda and pledged their unalloyed support to the current administration. Prominent Speakers at the event included; Amb. (Dr.) Solomon Adodo, Convener – Rising-up for a United Nigeria; Chief Dominic Ogakwu, President – Civil Society Groups for Good Governance; Amb. Splendour Agbonkpolor, Executive Director – Initiative for Leadership and Economic Watch in Nigeria and Mallam Suleiman Musa of the Nigerian Middle-aged Citizens Council.
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London Property Dispute Exposes Alleged Corruption, Forgery by Nigerian Politician and Lawyer
By Hassan Taiye
A recent judgment by the UK’s First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) has shed light on a complex web of alleged corruption and forgery involving a Nigerian politician and a senior lawyer. The case revolves around a disputed property in North London, valued at 79 Randall Avenue.
The property was purchased in 1993 under the name “Tali Shani,” which is allegedly an alias for late General Jeremiah Useni, a powerful member of the Abacha regime. Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, claimed the property was gifted to him by “Mr. Tali Shani” in 2021 as payment for legal services. However, the tribunal dismissed this claim, describing it as “fabricated” and “fraudulent.”
The tribunal’s ruling highlights the alleged involvement of Ozekhome and his associates in fabricating documents, including a Nigerian passport, National Identification Number (NIN), and Tax Identification Number (TIN). The NIN was reportedly created remotely from Monaco using a non-compliant photograph and bypassing biometric requirements ¹.
The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre) has petitioned the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate Ozekhome and others over alleged fraud, forgery, and unlawful attempt to acquire the London property. The ICPC has launched an investigation, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) has also taken notice of the case ²
Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN Senior lawyer accused of forgery and attempting to acquire the property through fraudulent means.
General Jeremiah Useni Late Nigerian General allegedly behind the purchase of the property under the alias “Tali Shani.”
Osilama Ozekhome*: Ozekhome’s son, implicated in the alleged forgery and fraud.
L-r Senate Committee Chairman on Appropriation, Solomon Adeola; Senate Deputy Whip, Onyekachi Nweboyin; Former Senate President, Ahmad Lawan; President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio; Senator Sharafadeen Ali; Deputy Senate President, Jibrin Barau; Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele; Senate Whip Tahir Monguno and Senate Committee Chairman on Financial Institutions, Tokunbo Abiru, after resumption of plenary yesterday. Photo: Senate President’s Office
By: Fabian Apechihin
The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has resigned from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet amid a growing controversy surrounding his academic credentials.
Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga confirmed Nnaji’s resignation in a statement issued late Tuesday.
Nnaji’s exit follows mounting allegations that his academic certificates were forged. Investigations revealed that the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), disowned the Bachelor of Science degree he claimed to possess, stating that he never completed his studies at the institution and was therefore not issued any certificate.
According to UNN Vice-Chancellor Prof. Simon U. Ortuanya, Nnaji was admitted in 1981 but failed to meet the requirements for graduation.
In a related development, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) reportedly disowned the certificate of national service presented by Nnaji, describing it as fake.
His resignation marks the latest in a series of controversies to hit the Tinubu administration over questions of integrity and accountability among public officials.
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