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Amnesty Vendors call for immediate Sack of Amnesty boss
Amnesty Vendors have called on President Muhammadu Buhari to immediately terminate the appointment of Professor Charles Dokubo as the SA to the President on the Amnesty programme and to carry out a thorough investigation into all financial transactions undertaken by the Amnesty office since January 2018 till date.
The group while briefing journalist in Abuja, on monday, stressed that the call had become necessary due to the volatility of the region and the need to spread government’s presence among the states in the region.
According to Niger delta Amnesty Vendors, NDAVA, since Prof Dokubos assumption of office there has been a lot of financial impropriety including outsourcing contracts of over 500million, procurement of items without due process, non-payment of genuine contractors and stoppage of financial obligations to beneficiaries of the program among others.
While decrying the 4 billion Kaiama Amnesty vocational centre looting, the group noted that it was worrisome to mention that despite the inauguration of a six man special investigation panel, up till date the panel is yet to make its findings public and nothing has been done to bring the perpetrators to book.
Speaking on behalf of the group, Pst Samson Dabbey added that PMB should investigate the 4 billion Kaiama looting stating that through independent investigation by the group it was discovered that persons within the Amnesty office encouraged the host community to invade the centre.
He said that considering that vision for which the program was set up by Late President Yar’Adua, if the activity of the SA is not checked, it has the tendency of creating a relapse to the ugly past of militancy and economic sabotage in the region.
He called for a move to the headquarters of the Amnesty office from Abuja to any Niger Delta stating that it will afford the people a better sense of belonging.
‘‘We wish to express our appreciation to PMB for his commitment to sustainable peace and development in the Niger Delta through his support and continuation of the PAP.
‘‘However, our cry today is to the father of the Nation PMB to urgently intervene and terminate the appointment of Prof Charles Dokubo as S.A to the president on the PAP.
‘’We call on the new procurement director to resume her functions at the Amnesty office as her stopping is illegal. We demand the immediate resumption of payment of all stipends for beneficiaries. We declare a vote of no confidence on the coordinator and call on the EFCC, ICPC and the National Assembly to investigate this office’’
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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