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Tension As Commercial Cyclists, Security Agents Clash over Alleged Extortion, Others In Delta
By Lateef Taiwo
The residents including the users of Okpanam Community road on were held up in tension on Sunday by angry Commercial motorcycle Operators popularly called Okada Riders, following an altercation with the security agents over alleged extortion, others
The Cyclists, the group under unknown umbrella in Okpanam Community, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State, had reportedly decried the alleged unlawful impounding of their motorcycles by some security agents including alleged extortion in the area, threatening that unless their motorcycles were released, they will continue to cause mayhem in the area.
Eyewitness said that hundreds of security agents were seen at the scene during the running battle that lasted several hours before peace was brokered by military officials in the midst of gunshots among others. The event was said to have been followed with different perspectives as the road users including over 50 motorcycles were seized penultimate Monday by the Anti-Cult Squad demanding money to get them back. It was gathered that the unrest was as a in results of motorcycles that were forcefully taken by the security Operatives at the weekend including allegedly extorting them which led to peaceful protest at the Police headquarters demanding that their motorcycles be given back to them before settlement.
But the Police Public Relations Officer in Delta State Police Command, DSP Bright Edafe confirmed that the issue was amicably resolved adding that the police will not tolerate any breakdown of law and order in the state, and dismissed the allegation of extortion as untrue
Meanwhile, the Chairman of Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, Barr Victor Ebonka has condemned the lynching to three Suspected motorcycle thieves in one week in the areas.
Recall that angry residents of Agbor Kingdom and Boji Boji Owa resorted to extra Judicial Killing of Suspects allegedly caught stealing motorcycles.
But some residents who spoke to Journalists, said that they have lost confidence in the police to handle such matters as those arrested over stolen motorcycles usually go Scot free, adding that burning the thieves alive serves them right, saying that nobody should pity them when stole
It was gathered that a Suspected motorcycle thief was burn alive along imudia street before Ari Imudia Mokow street in Agbor, after a failed attempt to steal a motorcycle. The second suspect , an Idumu Ebor , Owa Alero born, onuwa lucky Alabi was apprehended and set ablaze at the weekend along the New Benin/ Asaba Expressway in Agbor.
According to reports, Onwua had been on the run for motorcycle theft but luck ran out on him when he met the owner of the motorcycle who demanded for his motorcycle and he Confessed that it was in the possession of his accomplice, Odinga , a native of Idumuesah who lives in Owa Alero who was described as very notorious, was beaten to pulp by angry mob thereafter set ablaze
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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