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Gov Bala urges corps members to provide services that add value to community
Gov. Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to initiate meaningful Community Development Service projects to add value to their host communities and places of primary assignment.
Mohammed stated this during the swearing-in of the 2023 Batch ‘C’ Stream 1 corps members on Tuesday at the NYSC Orientation Camp, Wailo, in Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.
Represented by Abubakar Bununu, the Commissioner for Security and Internal Affairs, Mohammed said it was imperative for the corps members to dwell in the initiation of meaningful projects to stay away from inappropriate behaviors while in the camp and during the service year.
He enjoined them to take the noble call with utmost seriousness and dedicate themselves towards achieving the scheme’s goal of national unity and development.
“The good people of Bauchi State appreciate and understand the objectives and philosophy of the scheme.
On his part, Commissioner for Ministry Youth and Sport Development Mr Muhammad Salis, represented by acting Permanent Secretary Lawal Mohammed congratulated the corps members for attaining this rare opportunity.
“I also wish to state here with pleasure that these prospective corps members have exhibited decorum, dedication and willingness during their few days of stay in this camp.
“This commitment of the prospective Corp members has undoubtedly indicated their readiness to embrace the principles of the National Service as instituted by the proponents of the scheme,” he said
Salis reiterated that at the end of the three weeks orientation programme, the prospective Corp members will surely perform excellently within their abilities towards the development of our towns and villages by giving out their very best in the service of the nation.
He appreciated Gov Mohammed for his gracious approval and release of funds to carry out a minor upgrade and renovations at the camp staff and other structures , as well as other support to the NYSC scheme in the state.
Earlier, the NYSC Coordinator in the state, Mrs Rifkatu Yakubu, commended the state government for its unwavering commitment towards the realization of the scheme’s objectives.
She, however, urged the state government to provide additional hostels both for the corps members and camp’s officials.
Yakubu also called for the upgrade of the camp’s multi-purpose hall to accommodate the growing population of the corps members.
She said that 1,325 corps members comprising 732 males and 593 females registered at the camp.
“All of them shall at the end of the orientation exercise be posted to areas where their services are most needed in accordance with the NYSC posting policy,’’ he said.
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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