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Names of House Committee Chairs Announced by Speaker
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, revealed the names of the chairmen and deputy chairmen for numerous standing committees on Thursday. Notably, the count of committees has risen from the prior 109 to a total of 134.
Idris Wase, the former Deputy Speaker of the House, was assigned as the Chairman of the Committee on Federal Character. Muktar Betara, who previously headed the Committee on Appropriation, is now the Chairman of the Committee on the Federal Capital Territory.
Alhassan Ado-Doguwa, a previous House Leader and a supporter of Abbas during his Speaker campaign, was appointed as the Chairman of the House Committee on Petroleum Resources (Upstream).
Other assignments included Aminu Jaji as the head of the Ecological Fund, Miriam Onuoha leading the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, Abubakar Bichi in charge of Appropriation, and Afam Ogene presiding over Renewable Energy. Furthermore, James Faleke will handle Finance and Salam Bamidele will take over the Public Accounts Committee.
Yusuf Gadgi and Sada Soli, the previous heads of the Committees on Navy and Water Resources respectively, maintained their positions from the 9th Assembly.
Additionally, Khadija Ibrahim, the wife of the former Yobe State Governor, Bukar Ibrahim, was named Chairman of the Committee on the Nigerian Maritime and Safety Agency. Other assignments included Ikenga Ugo-Chinyere (Petroleum Downstream), Leke Abejide (Custom and Excise), Victor Nwokolo (Power), Bello El-Rufai (Banking Regulations), and Erhiakate Ibori-Suenu (Niger Delta Development Commission).
In explaining the decision-making process for these appointments, Speaker Abbas underscored the importance of fairness and inclusivity. He highlighted that the selection committee prioritized capacities, experiences, knowledge, competencies, skills, and legislative interests of members when determining assignments. According to Abbas, this was done to ensure appropriate fit, likening it to having “round pegs in round holes.” He further noted the challenge of assigning members to various committees, given the variety of criteria to be considered.
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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