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Emir Appeals To Religious, Traditional Rulers To Support Girl-child Education
By Sule Aliyu, Bauchi
Emir of Bauchi, Dr. Rilwanu Suleiman Adamu, has charged religious and traditional institutions in the country to give 100 percent support to girl-child education.
Just as the UNICEF Education Specialist, Hajia Maryama Dikwa, said UNICEF dedicated this year’s International Day of the Girl Child to girls at emergency states in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa.
The Emir gave the advice during an event to mark the 2017 International Day of the Girl Child held at Banquet Hall, Government House, Bauchi.
The event was organised by High Level Women Advocates (HILWA) and the State Universal Basic Education (SUBEB) with support from UNICEF with the theme “The Power of the Adolescent Girl: Vision 2030.”
He stated that the era of relegating the girl child education is over, pointing out that no religion permits making parents and society look down on the girl child’s education as less important compared to that of the boy child.
The traditional ruler said that every child is a gift from God entitled to equal right to education and other basic rights.
The Emir, who was represented by the Chief Iman of Bauchi Central mosque, Alhaji Bala Baba Inna, said that recent statistics showed that the population of girls in the country was put at 60 percent against population of boys at 40 percent, showing that the education of the girl-child must not be taken for granted.
The emir, therefore, commended the efforts of the Bauchi State Government and international partners like as UNICEF towards for improving the lot of the girl-child.
Adamu assured that his emirate would continue to support the state government and international partners to promote the education of children, particularly that of the girl child in the state
He also commended the efforts of SUBEB in ensuring that the girl child is not left behind in any area of education through the provision of infrastructures, books and manpower.
Dikwa said UNICEF has be planning with the parents of girls at emergency centres and as well as responding to their emergency situation.
She lamented that some of the girls in the emergency centres have suffered domestic abuses while others had been raped.
The UNICEF Education Specialist then called on all stakeholders to support and empower girls in emergency centres to alleviate their sufferings and enable them have a brighter future.
According to Dikwa, out of 32 per cent girl child that are out of school in Nigeria, 26 per cent are from Northern Nigeria hence the need to address problem of girl child education in North.
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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