Fake Agency Scandal: PDP Faction Demands Gbajabiamila Ouster, Independent Probe

A faction of Nigeria's Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), led by former Minister Kabiru Turaki, has called for a forensic investigation into a scandal involving an alleged fake agency. The group also urged President Bola Tinubu to suspend officials linked to the controversy, including his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila.

In a statement, the PDP faction's National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, demanded that the President "immediately order a forensic investigation of this scandal by a reputable firm of international standing." They also called for the suspension of key officials, a reorganization of the Presidency, and an "unreserved apology to Nigerians for this deeply embarrassing situation."

The controversy centers on Adeniyi Adeyemi, who was declared wanted for allegedly posing as the Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and the Presidential Executive Advisory Council (PEAC). The Presidency insists these agencies do not exist and accuses Adeyemi of forging appointment letters and official documents.

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We therefore call on the President, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, to immediately order a forensic investigation of this scandal by a reputable firm of international standing, announce the suspension of all key officials connected to the matter, order a comprehensive reorganisation of the Presidency, and issue an unreserved apology to Nigerians for this deeply embarrassing situation.

Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga stated that Adeyemi and two others were arraigned in Federal High Court on eight counts, with a hearing scheduled for July 27. Concerns about the fake agency surfaced after officials from the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) noted another body performing similar functions. Gbajabiamila had petitioned the State Security Service (SSS) and the Nigeria Police Force in October 2025 regarding alleged falsified signatures and seals on appointment letters used to claim positions in non-existent entities.

However, Adeyemi, who is in hiding, denies forging documents and claims the government's accusations are a defensive tactic. He asserts the agency was established in 2024 and fears for his safety. The PDP faction criticized the "Tinubu administration" as "porous and vulnerable" if the Presidency's account of the scandal is confirmed.

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Tinubu administration porous and vulnerable