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Court Order Arrest of Ex-PDP Scribe Over Ekiti Rigging

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The Commissioner of Police, Ekiti State Command, has been ordered to arrest and prosecute former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Secretary for the state, Temitope Aluko, over an alleged perjury.
 His arrested was this Wednesday, ordered by a Chief Magistrate Court sitting in the state capital, Ado-Ekiti,
Aluko had on national television alleged among other things that former President Goodluck Jonathan authorised the release of $37million and soldiers to . Ayodele Fayose, to assist him in rigging the June 21 2014 governorship election in the state, which ouster both the All Progressive Congress, APC, and the then governor, Kayode Fayemi.
The order by the Chief Magistrate Adesoji Adegboye, followed a Motion Ex-parte number MAD/10cm/2016, brought by the Ekiti State Government against Aluko, and the State Commissioner of Police, pursuant to Section 117 of the Criminal Code Law, Cap C16, law of Ekiti State 2012, Section 79 of the Ekiti State Administration of Criminal Justice Law 2014, and Section 23 (D) of the Magistrates’ Courts Law 2014.
The motion, which was filed, and moved by the State Director of Public Prosecution (DPP), Gbemiga Adaramola, specifically sough an order of the court to issue warrant of arrest against Aluko, and  to be executed by the Commissioner of Police in the state, with the sole aim of committing him (Aluko) for trial for the offence of perjury.
In granting the order, Chief Magistrate Adegboye, said it was granted so that (Aluko) who is the first defendant can have the opportunity of attend the court defending himself from the allegation.
According to reports, a lawyer in the state, Sunday Olowolafe, made an application to the State Attorney-General, seeking the prosecution of the first defendant for allegedly committing perjury.
Olowolafe, had accused Aluko of recanting an earlier evidence he gave the hearing of Ekiti State Governorship Election Tribunal as a star witness, a position he said Aluko maintained up to the Supreme Court.
In an affidavit filed in support of the motion ex-parte by Special Assistant to the State Governor on Public Communications and New Media, Lere Olayinka, said Aluko, who was a witness before the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sworn to a Statement on Oath on August 4, 2014, wherein he stated that the Election was not only free and fair, but devoid of violence, thuggery, hooliganism, snatching of ballot boxes, and related forms of electoral disorderliness.
Olayinka further averred that  Aluko tendered and adopted his Statement on Oath on November 12, 2014, and further gave evidence under cross examination.
He stated that all what Aluko said on Channels Television on Sunday, January 31, 2016, were contrary to and opposite in direction to his evidence before the election Tribunal..
Issuing the warrant of arrest against Mr Aluko, Chief Magistrate Adegboye said since the court had the power to grant the order, and it will serve the interest of justice, the State Commissioner of Police should arrest Aluko for the purpose of investigating and prosecuting him.
 
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Pius Akutah’s Alleged Fraud at Nigerian Shippers Council Uncovered

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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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Pius Akutah’s Alleged Fraud at Nigerian Shippers Council Uncovered

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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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Special Birthday Wishes to Zege Mule U Tiv & Wazirin Adamawa

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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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