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Ex- AGF Aondoakaa, SAN Denies testifying against FG in Arbitration at ICC

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** describe report as fake news 

The former minister of justice and the Attorney-General of the Federation, Chief Michael Kaase Aondoakaa, SAN  has denied the report making round that he has agreed to testify against Nigeria in the ongoing arbitration at the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Paris, France.

The former chief law officer of the Federation also, described the report as not only been a fake news but an outright mischief .

His words “I have denied testifying against Nigeria in sunrise arbitration against Nigeria. I filed an independent statement denying the unfounded allegations against me in certain paragraphs 165 and 166 in the  FRN statement of defence and  counterclaim. 

Chief Aondoakaa contended that since the offensive  averments against him in FRN statement of defence and counter claim were not supported by any of the FRN  witness statements, the Arbitral Tribunal should expunged them from its records.

Aondoakaa stated further that apart from his official action as directed to him by late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua GCFR  concerning Mambilla hydropower project ,he is not for or against any party in the on going Sunrise Arbitration against FRN.All his actions  concerning the said project were documented as official public documents of the Federal Republic  of Nigeria. The said public documents of his actions concerning Mambila Hydropower power project in Tabara State can be obtained at the Federal Ministry of Justice ,the Presidency and EFCC .His said independent statement filed at ICC paris can be obtained at the Arbitration Centre paris or any of the parties to the Arbitration

Sunrise Power, a company promoted by Leno Adesanya, had, on October 10, 2017, started arbitration against Nigeria at the ICC seeking a $2.354 billion award for “breach of contract” in relation to a 2003 agreement to construct the 3,050MW plant in Mambilla, Taraba state, on a “build, operate and transfer” (BOT) basis.

The Nigerian government has maintained that Olu Agunloye, then minister of power, acted outside of his powers when he awarded his contract.

Nigeria is also alleging fraud and corruption in the award and in the subsequent settlement agreements reached in an attempt to settle the dispute.

Agunloye is currently on trial in Nigeria for his alleged role in the contract saga. He denies all allegations.

Contrary to the report that Adesanya was  represented by Mohammed Seidu Diri, a Senior lawyer who served as special assistant to Aondoakaa when he was AGF.

 Investigations reveals that Mr. Diri, been a career civil servant, served as Senior Assistant to Chief Bayo Ojo SAN, before Aondoakaa even became AGF. 

He was also a Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) at the federal ministry of justice after Aondoakaa left the office as HAGF and retired as the Director of legal services at the Federal Ministry of Petroleum and Director legal Services Federal Ministry of Health barely two years ago, he became a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN. 

Presently Mohammed Saidu Diri SAN is practising as a lawyer with his lawfirm M S Diri (SAN)& CO in Abuja. 

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God

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Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.

The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.

Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.

The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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