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Gov Alia Appreciates President Tinubu Over Award, Commencement Of Work On 266.4Km Makurdi- Enugu Road
From Lateef Taiwo
Benue state governor Reverend Father Hyacinth Alia, has expressed appreciation to the President Ahmed Tinubu led federal government, for approving the contract for the dualization of the Makurdi- Otukpo-9th Mile-Enugu road project.
The governor who gave the appreciation Thursday, during the flag off ceremony by the minister for Works Dave Umahi held at Apir in Makurdi local government of Benue State, assured the federal ministry of works and the contractor handling the project China Habour Engineering Company,CHEC, of the state government support and partnership to ensure that the project is completed on time.
The governor in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary Tersoo Kula equally expressed appreciation to God for granting the state a new leaf under his watch as well as thanked Benue people for their patience.
While expressing his confidence and belief in China Habour Engineering Company,CHEC, to do a good job, the governor charged the people of the area and the state in general, to support the contractor in the area of security and other ways they could, for speedy delivery of the job.
He also appealed to Benue people to continue to support his administration and that of the president Ahmed Tinubu to ensure the over all development and progress of the state and country.
In his speech during the flag-off, the Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, commended governor Alia for his determination to develop the state, especially given his numerous visits to his office in Abuja before the flag off, expressing appreciation to president Tinubu for approving the project and other numerous roads across the country, adding that the move will ease movement of people.
Umahi equally lauded efforts of governor Alia in transforming the state within a short time with the springing up of projects especially the ongoing road projects in Makurdi and other parts of the state.
The former Ebonyi state governor thanked governor Alia for assuring that an enabling environment would be created by government for the speedy construction of work.
On their part, the CHEC team promised to do their best to deliver a good job on the 266.4km road project, which according to sources would be funded in person between the federal government of Nigeria and the Export- Import Bank of China.
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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