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Ex-AGF, Aondoakaa explains why he won’t testify in Sunrise Power’s suit against FG.
A former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Michael Aondoakaa (SAN) has explained why he would not give evidence in a suit instituted against the federal government of Nigeria by Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Ltd.
Contrary to insinuations, the former Chief Law Officer of the Federation said he was not at any time intimidated or harassed by the Federal Government from giving evidence in the ongoing Sunrise Power arbitration battle.
Apparently reacting to the insinuations, especially the media reports that he withdrew support for the Energy Company, the former AGF held that it was erroneous for anyone or group to make allegations that he was intimidated not to give evidence in the suit in Paris, France.
In a statement on Monday in Abuja, Aondoakaa SAN, said the publications were a figment of imaginations of masterminds of the reports.
The statement was titled; “Re: Decisiom of Micheal Kaase Aondoakas SAN Not To Testify in the Arbitration of Sunrise Power and Transmission Company Ltd Vs Federal Government of Nigeria”.
“I hereby state categorically that the said narrative as contained in the said viral reports on the social media space are false and does not in any way reflect the true state of the matter.
“The decision not to testify at the arbitration proceedings is a personal and voluntary decision made by me.
“I hereby state categorically that at no time whatsoever was I ever approached by any official or representative of the Federal Government of Nigeria or any other person whatsoever on the issue of the Sunrise Power Arbitration, neither was I at any time or in any way or in any manner intimidated by any person or Government official with regards to the said arbitration as insinuated in the said viral publications” Chief Aondoakaa clarified.
The former AGF explained that his
witness statement was made as an independent witness in response to the personal references made to him in the processes at the arbitration.
According to Aondoakaa, “since there was no evidence placed before the arbitral tribunal in respect of those references to my person and since the matter spanned several Attorneys General of the Federation, of which I am just one, I felt I was not a material witness and my testimony would not be a conclusive position of the facts of the matter therefore not necessary”.
He added that the clarifications have become necessary in order to set the records straight so that the public would not be misled by the said erroneous narratives as conveyed in the aforestated viral publications.
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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