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Deaths, as community accuse military of invasion
Raymond Gukas,Jos
The aftermath of the looting spree at the home of the former Speaker of the house of representatives, Yakubu Dogara has left in it’s trail a harvest of deaths suffered by the immidiate neighbourhood of Gwafan village, Jos north LGA of Plateau state where his house is located.
Angry youths confirmed this during the burial of a 29 year old three hundred level biochemistry undergraduate of the University of Jos, Daniel Simon.
According to eye witnesses, the young man and about four others were killed by suspected special bike men of the security outfit in place for peace in the once fragile state, Operation Safe Haven,OPSH.
A youth leader in the area who pleaded anonymity confirmed that a number of corpses have been recovered from an abandoned mining pond behind the house of the former Speaker.
The immidaite elder brother of the deceased, Iliya Simon who spoke with our correspondent said on that fateful day, some people who are not known in the neighbourhood stormed the area, located the former Speaker’s house and began looting.
Surprised as they were, they moved out from their houses to see what was going on then the security men arrived and began to chase them away.
The late Daniel and some of his friends were running, but the soldiers reportedly chased them towards the dam and shot him directly on his face and threw him into the pond.
Family sources began to search for his whereabouts including the places some arrested suspected looters were taken but there was no trace of the young man.
Days later, he said the corpse pop up from the dam and was floating that was when they discovered he had been shot and killed with his face mangled.
Sources at the village confirmed that all the victims that were recovered had various degrees of bullet wounds and others with marchette cuts across their faces or on the back.
The community has invited the human rights body, who also visited the morgue where the corpses were deposited to see for themselves and their action was being awaited.
A call put across to the information officer of the OPSH, Maj. Ibrahim Shittu was not answered; including a text message which was also not acknowledged at the time of filling in this report.
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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