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Borno: Zulum swears in SSG, 3 Advisers, Perm Sec
Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Friday presided over the swearing-in of the Secretary to Borno State Government, three Special Advisers and a permanent secretary to the Borno State Civil Service.
In a ceremony conducted at the International Conference Hall of the Musa Usman Secretariat in Maiduguri, the Chief Judge of Borno, Kashim Zannah, administered the oath of office to the new appointees.
Delivering his address after the swearing-in formalities, Governor Babagana Umara Zulum announced that files and all Government communications should be channelled to him through the office of the Secretary to the State Government.
“All communications to my office on the conduct of Government business must be routed through the office of the Secretary to the State Government for necessary guidance, direction and advice”, Zulum said.
The governor called on the appointees to live up to the expectations of the government and people of Borno State. He charged the permanent Secretary to ensure no administrative vacuum is allowed to linger.
The new SSG, Alhaji Bukar Tijani, was a former minister of state for agriculture from July 2011 to September 2013.
Mr Tijjani a seasoned administrator and agriculturalist was Assistant Secretary-General/ Assistant Director-General (ASGADG) of the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO). He coordinated several agricultural programmes including World Bank’s Fadama Project.
Also sworn in are four Special Advisers, Hon. Ahmed Sanda, Protocol, Engr. Baba Bukar Gujibawu, Monitoring and Evaluation, Engr. Ibrahim Idriss, Special Projects and Aisha Ibrahim Abdurrahman as Permanent Secretary to Borno State Civil Service.
Speaking on behalf of the appointees, the newly sworn-in SSG, Bukar Tijjani, has assured of their commitment to serving Borno State diligently.
The event was attended by the APC Chairman, Ali Bukar Dalori, Senator representing Borno Central, Barr. Kaka Shehu Lawan, member representing Marte, Monguno and Nganzai at the House of Representatives, Engr. Bukar Talba, leader of the Borno State House of Assembly, Hon. Dige Mohammed and the Grand Khadi of Borno State, Umar Ramat Mukaila.
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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