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Sultan, Emir of Ilorin, Naik, others converge on Ilorin to pray for Nigeria
Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin
The Sultan of Sokoto and President General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Mohammed Saad Abubakar, has admonished adherents of Islamic religion to seek knowledge about people of other faiths in order to promote peaceful co-existence in the country.
The Sultan, who gave the admonition on Saturday in Ilorin, the Kwara state capital, at an annual Usman Danfodio lecture and Special Prayer for Nigeria, also stressed the need for all Muslim faithful to acquire knowledge about the word of God and work with them in order to become better human beings, adding that the purpose of the annual lecture was to encourage Muslims to acquire knowledge and share such to strengthen Islam.
He said: “Sokoto caliphate was founded on knowledge and not on illiteracy; hence it is an obligation for all Muslims to seek knowledge, bequeath such to their children and spread the right knowledge about Islam to check the trend of fake news.”
According to him, the choice of Ilorin for the lecture was done deliberately to demonstrate that Muslims are one big family.
“Why Ilorin, somebody may ask that question. It is because we are one family and it is important to share knowledge and educate people across the globe.
“We are here to educate ourselves about what our forefathers did to strengthen Islam. They didn’t bring Islam to the world, they follow the word of God and strengthened it”, he added.
The Sultan praised the choice of the guest lecturer, who he described as an international scholar of repute and urged the attendees to share the knowledge acquired and work with the word of God.
“It is one thing to hear the word of God, it’s another thing to work with it. I’m asking us to work with the word of God so that we can become better human beings”, he said.
The prayer, which was led by the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Mohammed Bashir Salihu, formed the major highlight of the 10th Annual Usman Danfodio Lecture as he prayed to God to prosper Nigeria and restore peace to the troubled parts of the country.
Other eminent personalities that graced the prayer session included the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari,
representative of Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, Justice AbdulLateef Kamaldeen who is also the Grand Kadi of the state, the Secretary General of NSCIA, Prof Is-haq Oloyede, Professors Badamas Yusuf, Abubakar Aliagan, the Mutawali of Ilorin, Dr Alimi AbdulRazaq and the Zanna of Ilorin, Engr Yusuf Sagaya, and Dr Zakir AbdulKarim Naik who delivered the 10th annual Usman Danfodio’s lecture.
Naik, a Malaysia national, spoke on the topic, “The Concept of God In Major World Religions”.
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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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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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