News
Grassroots Sports: NYMCA 5-aside Soccer Tourney Ends in Birnin Kebbi
The week long 5-aside soccer tournament, organized by the Nasarawa II Youth Multipurpose and Cooperative Association came to end yesterday in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi state capital.
Mercurial Football Club emerged winner in a competition in which a total of 12 teams – all of them domiciled in Nasarawa II ward of Birnin Kebbi participated. Bulangi Boys FC which lost the final match on penalties after a barren draw, became the runners up. The match was played at one of Birnin Kebbi’s elite relaxation and amusement points known as Azbir Arena.
Invited special guests including Media Consultant Yakubu Ahmed-BK (Maibindiga), Federal Commissioner of the National Population Commission Dr Hali Bala Jikan Daudu and one of Kebbi’s enterprising young men Comrade Bashar Aliyu Buhari took turns to hand over various prizes won by teams and players.
Speaking at the end of the final match, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed who announced a personal donation of N100,000 to the organizers commended all the participating teams for the sportsmanship displayed in the week long tournament. He said sports, though competitive in nature, is more of an avenue to foster unity amongst the teeming youths and development of the mind.
He said the organizers have shown a remarkable capacity to unite the people of Nasarawa II ward by the commitment they have shown over the years to the development of the area. He urged them to redouble their efforts by inking up with hard-thought initiatives until their objectives are achieved.
Also speaking, Dr Hali Bala who was represented by Dr. Ahmed Asiri expressed happiness at the spirit behind the competition and said this will go along way to engender cooperation and unity among the teeming youths of the state. He made an offer of 20 job placements for the two finalists – ten apiece in the forthcoming National population and housing census. He said the earnings in the engagements will total N7m. 20 forms for the placements were handed over to the Chairman of NYMCA Muhammad Aminu and other executive members to the applause of both the players, officials and guests.
Youth leader and social media influencer Comrade Bashar Aliyu Buhari who donated N20,000 to the winners and their runners up also addressed the teams. He explained that sports is a veritable tool for the promotion of the individual and the society at large.
He advised all stakeholders in the development of sports in Kebbi state to think out of the box by working to export talents that are abound in the state to European and other developed continental leagues around the world.
Prizes were given to deserving individual winners. Among them were the best player of the tournament Maniru Mohammed and the highest goal scorer Hamza Dogon Tara.
The winners cup was handed over to the Captain of Mercurial FC by the Special Guest Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed-BK Maibindiga.
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.
*
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.
*
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
TAU reaffirms commitment to globally competitive learning
photo
JUST IN: Even Tinubu moves with too many police escorts – Senator Ndume
-
Uncategorized5 years agoFG, states urged to harness flooding for ranching, others with technology – Agbaje
-
Headlines10 years agoBreaking: EFCC seals Borno House of Assembly, as Hon members take to their heels
-
News11 years agoNigeria Security Operatives Stage Manhunt For Homosexual Perpetrator
-
News9 years agoHow 21-year-old Girl fled community over accusation of lesbianism
-
News10 years agoYobe Gov Moves Against Deputy
-
Opinion7 years ago7 signs she has friend zoned you
-
Technology4 years ago
Online job placement company headhunts women
-
Headlines10 years agoBorno Dep Gov Abducts Another Church Leader