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Niger Delta Contractors Applaud Buhari over removal of NDDC Sole Administrator
The Association of Niger Delta Contractors have applauded President Muhammadu Buhari for disengaging the Interim Administrator of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Mr Effion Akwa, and ordering the constitution of a new Management Team and Governing Board for the NDDC.
In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, Sylvester Tonye, President of the group, commended Buhari for listening to the cries of the Association and the Niger Delta region at large.
Reacting to Buhari’s latest directive to the NDDC, the Contractors also appreciated the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Umana Okon Umana for his “good works” with the ministry so far.
In the wake of the Nigerian Senate’s invitation of Umana to appear before the House over an alleged N480bn misappropriation, the group said: “The National Assembly should stop their overbearing influence on the incoming Board of the NDDC, as we use this medium to state that the recent N480bn accusation against the Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Umana Okon Umana is spurious and distractive to the focus and peace of the Niger Delta Region. We support the inauguration of a well meaning Board of the NDDC”.
It would be recalled that the Contractors had among many other demands to the president Buhari, pleaded for the installation of a substantive Board for the NDDC.
An earlier statement issued on Thursday by Deworitshe Patricia, Director of Press in the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, had informed that the president has approved the constitution or a new Management Team and Governing Board for the NDDC.
Akwa’s disengagement takes effect from October 20, the statement added.
“President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the disengagement of the Interim Administrator of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Mr Effiong Okon Akwa from his post with effect from today, 20 October, 2022.
“President Buhari has also approved the constitution of a Management Team and Governing Board of the NDDC in line with Section 5(2) of the NDDC Act 2000.
“The names of the nominees for the new Management Team and Governing Board are to be transmitted to the National Assembly for approval,” the statement read.
Akwa was appointed Interim Administrator of the NDDC for the duration of the Forensic Audit as ordered by Buhari, which the Presidency says has now been concluded.
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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