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IEDPU Takes Proactive Step To Curb Youth Unemployment
By Steve Oni, Ilorin
The Ilorin Emirate Descendants Progressive Union (IEDPU), has, under its entrepreneurial programme, graduated a total of 236 youths.
The IEDPU in collaboration with Kwara state Polytechnic, Ilorin organised the three months intensive skills acquisition courses for the beneficiaries in order to reduce the problem of unemployment in Ilorin Emirate.
The beneficiaries were trained in information communication technology, poultry, hairdressing, barbing, tie/dye and catering, among others.
Certificates of proficiency in the above listed skills were presented to the beneficiaries at a brief ceremony in Ilorin, Kwara state capital on Wednesday.
Speaking at the event, the President of IEDPU, Alhaji AbdulHamid Adi said the entrepreneurial scheme was a milestone achievement, adding that the Union conceived the idea late last year when it discovered that the much sought after white collar jobs were becoming elusive.
He said: “The major purpose of the scheme was to reduce the problem of unemployment and its attendant social vices among the youths of Ilorin Emirate.”
Adi, who said the union spent over N5 million on the programme, expressed the preparedness of the union to help the beneficiaries obtain loan from banks to enable them start their own businesses and become employers of labour.
He thanked the management of Kwara Polytechnic, Ilorin, the National Directorate of Employment and Pharmacist Yakub Layi Gobir
for their support, adding that the training programme would be a continuous exercise.
In his remarks, the Rector of Kwara state Polytechnic, Ilorin, Alh Mas’ud Elelu said the three months programme was intensive, covering theory and practical aspects.
Represented by the Deputy Rector, Academics, Engr Yekeen Oyebode, the Rector urged the beneficiaries to put into practice the skills imparted on them by establishing their own businesses.
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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