We offer a Toast to Excellence to a true leader, Akutah Pius Ukeyima, Esq, MON, FCILT, Ph.D
Today, we stand in unison to celebrate an extraordinary icon of our time, Akutah Pius Ukeyima, Esq, MON, FCILT, Ph.D on this special occasion of your birthday, we honor not just the passage of another year, but a stellar lifetime defined by unwavering dedication, profound intellect, and selfless service to humanity.
Sir, you are a rare leader whose impactful footprints span across the legal, maritime, academic, and grassroots sectors of our nation.
A Dedicated Maritime Icon and Unbeatable Prosecutor. As a visionary leader at the helm of the the Nation’s Port Economic Regulator, the Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), your strategic brilliance has set a new benchmark for national development.
Your track record as an unbeatable legal prosecutor remains a testament to your razor-sharp intellect, fierce commitment to justice, and your unyielding pursuit of equity within our legal framework.
Akutah, an Engine of Maritime Dispute Resolution. Truly, you have proven to be the ultimate engine of Maritime Dispute Resolution. Through your masterful mediation, billions of Naira and massive foreign currencies have been saved for the national economy and legitimate stakeholders—all achieved at zero cost. For this and more, you are a priceless asset to the Nation, fittingly decorated with the prestigious National Honour of the Member of the Order of the Niger (MON).
A Historic Era of Institutional Transformation:Sooth News wishes to unequivocally state that you have made history in your current parastatal. Your tenure is defined by groundbreaking milestones, most notably your strategic push for the landmark Nigerian Port Economic Regulatory Agency (NPERA) Bill, which is now at the Presidential Villa awaiting the assent of Mr. President. Beyond policy, your humane leadership shines through the commissioning of vital Inland Dry Ports (IDPs) and a revolutionary overhaul of internal operations. You have completely transformed the workforce dynamics by introducing robust local and international staff training programs, instituting a strict policy of zero delay for staff promotions, and significantly upgrading staff welfare package structures. By refining the Regulatory and Tariff Standard Regimes, you have unified diverse stakeholder interests, created an ultra-modern, corporate-style office environment, and established standard medical facilities. Your commitment to employee relations has fostered an exceptional employer-employee rapport, all while maintaining a robust, zero-cost dispute resolution framework that remains the gold standard in the Industry.
Akutah is also a Humane Servant, Grassroots Champion, and Listening Heart Personality.
Sir, despite your towering professional achievements, you remain a deeply compassionate servant of the people whose heart beats constantly for the ordinary citizen. We deeply appreciate your listening and forgiving heart, alongside your constant clarion call for doing the right thing. As a grassroots champion, you have broken down the barriers of elitism to lift up communities, listen to the marginalized, and drive inclusive progress where it matters most.
Akutah as An Academic, Philanthropist, and Integrity Advocate:
Your passion for knowledge shines brightly through your academic contributions, guiding the next generation toward intellectual growth. Beyond the classroom, your silent and structured philanthropy has restored hope to countless lives. You do not just preach righteousness; as a fierce advocate for integrity, you consistently stand for transparency and absolute honor.
A God-Fearing Leader Set Up for Victory Above all, the anchor of your remarkable journey is your deep reverence for the Almighty. Your life reflects a God-fearing leader who walks with humility, sympathy and leads with wisdom. Because God is firmly with you, Sooth News wishes to place it on record that your foes, both known and unknown, will continue to fail woefully. No weapon formed against your trajectory shall prosper.
The Pillar of His Greatness: Family Appreciation truly, as the timeless saying goes, “Behind every successful man, there is a strong woman.” Sooth News wishes to specially recognize and appreciate his amiable wife, Barr. (Mrs.) Patricia Obehi Pius Ukeyima, for her unwavering, steadfast support. Ma, you have been the absolute bedrock and the true “mitochondria”—the power plant of strength and peace—behind the immense success of the Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, which stands today as the vital economic regulator under the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy. We deeply appreciate your continuous sacrifices and devotion. To their wonderful children, our prayer is that you continue to grow under divine guidance, excel in wisdom, and completely surpass the towering legacies of your noble father, Dr. Akutah.
In conclusion, we celebrate Akutah Pius Ukeyima, Esq., MON, FCILT, Ph.D., as a shining beacon of leadership and an invaluable national asset.
Dr. Akutah, your staunch loyalty to national leaders, revered traditional rulers, and all constituted authorities remains an exemplary model of respect and honor. As you have consistently given honor to whom it is due, you rightfully deserve to have that same profound loyalty and respect extended back to you by all of us.
Sir, as you celebrate your birthday today, we pray that God grants you robust health, divine wisdom, and long life to keep steering our nation toward greatness.
Sooth News prays fervently that as you routinely put smiles on people’s faces, God in His infinite mercy will elevate you seamlessly and without delay to the very pinnacle of all your aspirations and endeavors. Amen!!!
Happy Birthday, Sir! May your new year be your most impactful yet
E-Signed:
Management and Staff, Sooth News
