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Edo people happy with Obaseki, Osadolor
By Ikhili Ebalu, Benin City
A Senior Special Assistant to Edo State Governor, Hon. Wellington Osadolor has described the political crisis created by the disbanded Edo People Movement (EPM), in the state as nonsense as the people are overwhelmingly happy with the work that the governor is doing in
the state.
He said the governor is not distracted by the activities of the group, rather, he is focused on transforming the economy as well as turn around the infrastructure of the state.
Osadolor, avowed the crises were meant to distract the administration from performing so as to create a basis to replace the incumbent. “But the governor is not deterred,” he insisted, “he keeps working to the admiration of Edo people.
Speaking with our correspondent in Benin City, Osadolor said: “The issue in Edo is between good and evil, between good governance and scavengers-cum-stomach infrastructure seekers, and above all, between God and godfather. But notwithstanding all the flak thrown at him, the governor is working for the people and the people are solidly with him.”
He went on to list some of the projects, completed and ongoing, by the government of Governor Godwin Obaseki. The list included Edo Job Initiative, Edo Innovation Hub, Edo Best Educational Reform, the New Central Hospital, Edo Production Centre, and the revamped Government Science and Technical College.
Osadolor also pointed out that over 10,000 teachers have been trained under the Edo-BEST scheme and that a new template has been evolved for revenue collection, which has put an end to the hitherto chaotic and unaccountable system of using touts to collect revenues for the Edo State Government.
Other achievements he listed included the sustained fight against human trafficking and the construction of one of the longest roads in the state, the Irhirhi-Aruogba–Egbiri–Obazagbon Oke oroma–Ogheghe Road through to Sapele road bye-pass and Ekenwan road.
Governor Obaseki should also be commended for reducing the cost of obtaining a certificate of occupancy to N50, 000 and for eradicating Community Development Association that had hitherto been a stumbling block to land developers in the state, Osadolor further claimed.
“With the developments on ground, Governor Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki deserves a second term,” Osadolor insisted.
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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