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Kwara restates commitment to students’ academic prowess
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
Kwara state government has again reiterated its commitment to programmes that would not only improve intelligent quotient among students but also boost their healthy academic performance.
Speaking at the grand finale of the 2023 Tax Club quiz competition, organised by the state Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS), in Ilorin, the state capital, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’daatu Modibo Kawu, said the state government has continually encouraged academic activities which are capable of prompting intellectual prowess in future chosen profession by the students in the state.
Hajia Kawu noted that the just concluded annual quiz competition is germane and crucial, “based on its mental development, academic excellence and futuristic capacity building among our students”, adding that her Ministry is committed to embracing innovative approaches that would enhance healthy academic competitions and boost self-confidence among the students.
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abdulqadri Mahe, promised to invest more in education as well as encourage the KWIRS further in their mandate.
Also speaking, the Executive Chairman of the KWIRS, Mrs Sade Omoniyi, stressed the need for reading and dedicated learning among the youths, adding that 231 students entered for the competition, but were eventually trimmed to18 before six finalists eventually contested.
Explaining that the competition was in three categories: teachers, schools, and students, the KW-IRS boss added that Stepping Stone College, Ilorin emerged winner with N2.5m financial reward.
Others were: the first runner-up, Eucharistic Heart of Jesus College that won N1.5m and the third runner-up, Government Secondary School, Lafiagi that went away with N1m.
On the students’ category, the overall winner got N400,000, the first runner-up N300,000, while the third runner-up was given N200,000.
The first teacher collected N150,000, second N100,000 and the third N50,000.
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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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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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