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NANS commends FUTO for reopening institution
By Ogba Chidozie Ogbonnaya
…says it will not take side to renegade students
National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended the management of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), for reopening the institution after it was closed for about two months when students protested and destroyed property worth several millions of Naira.
It would be recalled that the students of FUTO protested over the introduction of ICT fee and shuttle fee which some misconstrue to be increment in tuition fee that led to the expulsion of some of the students.
NANS Zone B Deputy Coordinator, Comrade Chuks Okafor in a statement he signed after the Senate of the institution announced the reopening of the school appealed to students to remain calm as progress can only be achieved in atmosphere of peace.
Okafor who assured the students that its umbrella body will toe the part of dialogue to ensure that students who were unjustly expelled are restated however, said NANS will not shield any student found culpable as it does not provide cover for criminality.
“NANS can never support tyranny in her institutions by any student no matter how highly connected the student may be”, the statement noted.
It further condemn strongly the destruction of university properties worth millions of Naira by the protesting students and warned that violence has never been effective tool for conflict resolution.
In his words “You don’t gain anything when you go above the law in your actions because no Jupiter can save you from justice including NANS”.
it’s pitiable that the ring leaders of this protest has never shown remorse for destroying the property of the institution”.
He explained that it was totally unacceptable and not in the nature of NANS as an association to support terrorism of any sort.
“We therefore, call on all students to comply with the management directives as we continue to appeal for the reinstatement of all those expelled adding that what has happened shall be a lesson to anyone who may contemplate insighting students without having the necessary capacity to control their action.
NANS Deputy-coordinator also condemn strongly the negative action of some students who resort to peddling falsehood to resist from such acts when faced with family, social and academic challenges adding that it was a rumour that one patriot Sidney Prince, a student of the FUTO attempted to commit suicide.
“I therefore seize this opportunity to appeal to the parents to guide their children and advise them to shun violence and cultism on campus”, the statement noted.
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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