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NAHCON seeks Saudi embassy’s support to reduce incidence of pilgrims’ abscondment
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has sought for the Saudi Arabian embassy’s collaboration to reduce the pilgrims abscondment during Hajj.
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NAHCON, Alhaji Zikrullah Hassan, made the appeal at a Special Dinner in honour of the new Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Faisal Bin Ibrahim Al-Ghamidy, organised by the commission, on Wednesday night in Abuja.
Hassan, who commended the embassy for its continued cooperation with the NAHCON with regards to Hajj and Umrah preparations, congratulated the Ambassador for his well-deserved appointment by the Saudi Authority.
” You are welcome to Nigeria, being a home of hospitality and peace. I pray that you are going to enjoy your stay in Nigeria,” he said.
The NAHCON boss expressed hope that Nigerian pilgrims would be considered among those to perform 2021 Hajj as vaccination against COVID-19 pandemic commences in Nigeria.
Hassan disclosed that the commission, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health have fully prepared to ensure that 2021 intending pilgrims were dully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Similarly, the NAHCON Chairman stated that the commission had device means of enlightening the intending pilgrims on dos and don’t against the COVID-19 virus.
Hassan, who said that Nigerian Muslims are eager to perform this year’s hajj, applauded the Nigerian Government and Saudi Authorities for their serious commitment in managing COVID-19 situation in both countries.
He used the occasion to commend the King Salman of Saudi Arabia, the Custodian of the two Holy Mosques for appointment of a hajj veteran, Dr Essam bin Sa’ad, as new acting Minister of Hajj and Umrah to replaced Dr Muhammad Saleh Benten.
Responding, Al-Ghamidy, assured that he would consolidate on the existing mutual relationship between Nigeria and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The ambassador, who pledged to work closely with the commission to ensure the success of hajj and Umrah exercise and thanked the leadership of NAHCON for organising a befitting dinner to honour him.
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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