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Minister Alhassan Only Exercised Right of Freedom – Group
By Sule Aliyu, Bauchi
A Pro-democracy group, the Northern Initiative for Good Governance (NIGG) has decried criticisms against the Minister of Women Affairs, Senator A’isha Alhassan for declaring support for her political godfather and former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar.
According to the group, the minister is exercising her freedom of opinion and association as guaranteed in the Nigerian Constitution, as the statement also exempts her from a charlatan who acts like churls under the canopy of the presidency.
The NIGG in a press release signed by its Secretary, Adamu Hassan, said it does not see anything wrong with the statement credited to the minister as any person is entitled to his or her own opinion.
“After all, President Muhammadu Buhari has categorically told the APC before contesting for president in 2015 that he would run for only one term in office. So for Buhari to now say otherwise means that he is not a man who keep to his words”, the release said.
The group secretary said it is also ridiculous for the APC governors to have endorsed the President for a second term in office or for the party’s national chairman, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, to assert that Buhari will make his intention known on second term bid at appropriate time
He recalled that President Buhari was fully aware about where Senator Alhassan’s loyalty lies before appointing her into his cabinet, hence the uproar by some APC cronies to sack her from the ministerial position does not even arise.
NIGG also described as high sense of responsibility and principled-led leadership, as well as display of politics of conscience demonstrated by minister Alhassan for coming out boldly to bare mind on her unalloyed loyalty to Atiku Abubakar no matter the consequences.
The release said that it is regrettable that Nigerians have for too long been led by charlatans who were bench warmers in the cabinet that constitute 75% members of the opposition party to the detriment of the ruling APC captains who labored so much during electioneering campaigns to ensure victory for the party.
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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