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OGHORO IDENTIFIES MOBILE PHONE ADDICTION AS FACTOR MILITATING AGAINST READING CULTURE
By Lateef Taiwo
The Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Delta State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Augustine Oghoro, has identified technical innovations, especially access to mobile phones by children as one of the factors militating against reading culture among them.
Oghoro stated this in Ogume, Ndokwa West Local Government Area of the state, while speaking to newsmen at the sidelines of the burial of Late Ogene (Mrs) Theresa Ossai Ojumah, mother of the Director of the Agency for Adults and Non-Formal Education Board, Comrade Ernest Ossai.
He advised children to abstain from unnecessary use of phones, but should concentrate on their studies in order for them to perform well in any examination.
Oghoro reiterated the determination of the ministry to ensure timely release of results of all examinations conducted by it, including the Cognitive/Placement and Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
The PS said that the administration of former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa had recorded giant strides in the education sector, adding that the Oborevwori Administration had demonstrated its readiness to do more in the sector.
Oghoro described Comrade Ossai as one of the formidable directors in the ministry, stressing that he had effectively managed the Agency for Adults and Non-Formal Education effectively.
He said that the deceased lived a fulfilled life and enjoined Comrade Ossai and his siblings to sustain the legacies of their mother.
Also speaking, the Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) in the state, Comrade Titus Okolie, decried the low level of reading culture among students and called for collective efforts among stakeholders to address the issue.
He said that life was not all about the number of years one lived, but how well, describing Comrade Ossai as a jolly good fellow.
Earlier, the Director of Examination and Standard, Mrs. Ojumah Clementina, stated that the deceased lived a life worthy of emulation and had inculcated strong moral values in her children and described Comrade Ossai as an asset to the ministry.
Comrade Ossai explained that their mother brought unity among them and ensured that they acquired basic education to assuage her educational shortfalls.
He thanked friends and well wishers for identifying with them and pledged to sustain the existing love , peace and unity in the family as well as sustain the legacies of their mother.
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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