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Equipment Worth €1.2m To Be Imported For Eko Bridge Rehab – Minister
From Lateef Taiwo
Minister of Works Sen. David Umahi has disclosed that due to the technicality of the job on the Eko Bridge in Lagos where the Bridge deck would be opened, equipment worth €1.2 million will be imported into the country to be be used in revamping the structure.
The Minister made the disclosure while on an inspection tour of the Third Mainland, Carter, Falomo, Iddo, Eko,Marina, and Iganmu Bridges in Lagos State in the company of some directors and contractors at the weekend, a statement signed by Clement Ezeorah, AD, Media and Public Relations in the ministry, said.
Commending the immediate past administration for the work done on the bridge, Umahi said, “Eko Bridge suffered two problems of lack of maintenance, and the bearings are eating up, lots of the pair gaps have serious issues, but the last administration did a very good and wonderful work.
“Work is on going, it will be finished in 2024 because we are pushing for increase in the number of workers and equipment to site, they are doing a beautiful work.
“Without Eko Bridge, we will not have any truck coming into Island so that is our saviour.”
Umahi, while briefing the Press, also pointed out problems on the Third Mainland Bridge which was built in two sections Sixty years ago by an Italian Company and Julius Berger .
He said the reason for deflection on the bridge was due to lack of maintenance from the national level, except during the last administration when intervention came, and from the state government, especially when President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in office.
Engr Umahi thanked the President and the National Assembly for looking at Infrastructure strategically in Lagos State – the financial capital of the country which, according to the immediate past Ebonyi State Governor, plays host to national infrastructure that tremendously add to the country’s gross domestic product, GDP, and therefore cannot be neglected.
The works Minister congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his Vice Kashim Shettima on their victory at the supreme court and urged the leaders in the country to put the nation ahead of all interest and the region.
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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