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Governor Radda Solicits NSCDC’s Help for Anti-banditry War in Katsina
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has appealed for extra collaboration with security agencies to foster peace, while also securing lives and property in Katsina State.
Radda made the call on Tuesday when he paid a courtesy visit to the Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Abuja.
The Governor observed that the working relationship between the Katsina State Government and the Civil Defence has always been cordial.
He said: “You have been very supportive in addressing the problem of insecurity bedeviling our people.
“Katsina is one of the States that suffer from banditry and other forms of criminalities. That is why I am here to solicit for more cooperation between our State Government and your Corps. Let’s see how we can work together to engender peace in Katsina”.
Mal. Dikko Radda disclosed that the Katsina Government has engaged the services of about 1,500 locals to serve as Community Security Officers, who will assist the conventional security agencies in the State.
“I believe with the engagement of the locals in the form of civilian JTF, combined with the conventional securities, we will go a long way in combating Katsina’s insecurity and reduce it to the bearable minimum”.
Responding, the Commandant General of NSCDC, Dr. Abubakar Ahmed Audi, acknowledged the security challenges bedeviling the country, reiterating the commitment of their Corps and other security agencies to tackling crime and criminality in Katsina State.
Dr. Ahmed Audi said both kinetic and non-kinetic approaches will be deployed to stem the tides of insecurity not just in Katsina, but the entire country.
He thereafter commended Governor Radda for the proactive steps taken by his administration to secure lives and property in Katsina.
“Let me assure you of the NSCDC’s readiness to enhance and strengthen its collaboration with the Katsina State Government,” the CG 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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