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“Return Martha’s Money!” – Ex-Benue Lecturer Dr. Aondona Mkor Blasts Activist Ukan Kurugh as Donation Scandal Explodes

The Benue orphan donation drama just went nuclear. Hours after activist D Naked Orkwande dropped her itemized defense, former Benue State University lecturer Dr. Aondona Mkor has entered the ring with a blistering attack on social media personality Ukan Kurugh, demanding full accountability for funds raised for estranged beneficiary Martha Akumbur.

In a scathing post on October 31, 2025, Dr. Mkor didn’t hold back, labeling Ukan a “dubious hustler who can stop at nothing to survive.” The ex-lecturer accused Ukan and his associate Adoo of failing to explain how public donations intended for Martha were spent, calling for the immediate return of every naira contributed.

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This latest salvo adds intense pressure on Ukan, who has been positioned as a key figure in the crowdfunding effort for the young woman previously supported by D Naked Orkwande. While Orkwande earlier claimed she had arranged for ₦95,000 to be transferred to Ukan Kurugh for onward delivery to Martha, Dr. Mkor’s statement suggests that money—and possibly more—remains unaccounted for.

The timing is explosive. Orkwande’s earlier breakdown showed ₦365,000 raised from the public and ₦255,000 from her personal funds, totaling ₦620,000 allegedly spent on Martha’s phone, clothing, medical bills, and a costly search operation. But with Martha publicly claiming shortchanged support and now a respected academic joining the fray, questions are mounting: Where exactly did the money go? Who controlled the purse strings? And why is a former university lecturer getting involved?

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Dr. Mkor’s involvement lends weight to the growing outcry. Known in Benue intellectual circles, his public condemnation signals that this is no longer just a social media spat—it’s a full-blown accountability crisis threatening the credibility of online activism in the state.

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Netizens are now tagging Ukan Kurugh relentlessly, demanding receipts, bank statements, and a live breakdown of inflows and outflows. Some are even calling for an independent audit of the Martha Akumbur fund.

As the clock ticks past midnight on October 31, the once-heartwarming story of a rescued orphan has morphed into a cautionary tale about transparency, trust, and the dark side of viral generosity. One thing is clear: in Benue tonight, no one is sleeping easy—especially not the activists in the hot seat. The people want answers. And they want Martha’s money.

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