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Foundation Empowers 500 Vulnerable Individuals In Kwara
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
A Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), under the aegis of Threshold of Hope Foundation, has empowered no fewer than 500 vulnerable individuals, men and women, in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital, with working tools in order to make them self-reliant.
The empowerment programme was part of the activities to commemorate the birthday anniversary of Hajia Mariam Bolanle Yusuf, who is the Founder of the Foundation.
Items distributed to beneficiaries at the occasion included 40 grinding machines, 30 sowing machines, 20 freezers, 5kg bags of rice to 500 people, and cash gifts ranging from N50,000 to N100,000.
Speaking at the epoch-making event, Hajia Bolanle Yusuf appealed to wealthy Nigerians to always come to the aid of the less privileged in the society, adding that she has made up her mind to make it a yearly event to support the vulnerable people in her empowerment programmes.
She appreciated her husband, Dr. Kamoru Yusuf, the Group Managing Director of KAM Holding Limited, the Chief Executive Director of JMK, Chief Jumoke Harb, the management and staff of Threshold of Hope Foundation for their unalloyed support to her projects.
According to her, the empowerment programme is her own way of giving back to the society in her own little way and promised to continue to assist the vulnerable people in as much as she is still able and capable.
In her brief remarks at the occasion, Chief Jumoke Harb commended and congratulated Hajia Bolanle Yusuf on her birthday and for embarking on various people-centred programmes, urging other wealthy Nigerians to emulate her.
Some beneficiaries who spoke at the event lauded the Founder of Threshold of Hope Foundation for rekindling their hopes in life, stressing that the empowerment has not only made them able and capable to take care of their families but also made them employers of labour in their own small way.
The Threshold of Hope Foundation is a Non Governmental Organisation that provides financial support, vocational training, and healthcare outreach to improve the lives of the less privileged in the community.
It would be recalled that the Foundation had also provided cash gifts to women in Omu-Aran in Irepodun local government area to support their economic well-being, vocational training programmes for youths, orphans, and vulnerable children, while equipping them with skills to start their own businesses, as well as conducting healthcare outreach programmes, offering free treatment and assistance with hospital bills.
The Foundation has similarly provided support to various institutions like motherless babies’ homes, including donations of relief materials.
On community Impact, while the
foundation’s initiatives are driven by a commitment to philanthropy and community support, geared towards creating positive change and promoting economic empowerment.
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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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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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