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My life in danger — ‘Fake’ Agency DG

From The Punch · () English

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  • Adeniyi Adeyemi, Director General of the "Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council," claims his life is in danger and fears for his safety.
  • Adeyemi stated he is not hiding but staying away from the public due to alleged threats and multiple attempts on his life.
  • The Presidency has declared the agency fictitious, while Adeyemi is facing arraignment by the Nigeria Police Force for forgery and impersonation.

Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director General of the "Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council," has asserted that he is not in hiding but is deliberately avoiding public appearances due to grave concerns for his life. Adeyemi stated in a television interview that he has credible information indicating his life is under threat and that multiple attempts have been made against him.

His claims come amidst significant controversy surrounding the agency he purports to lead. The Nigerian Presidency has officially declared the "Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council" as a fictitious entity. Meanwhile, Adeyemi faces impending legal action, with the Nigeria Police Force preparing to arraign him before the Federal High Court in Abuja on charges including forgery and impersonation.

Definitely, I’m ready. I’m ready to show my face. I’m not hiding. I’m only fearing for my life because I have it on good authority that my life is in danger.

— Adeniyi AdeyemiExplaining his reasons for avoiding public appearances during a television interview.

Adding another layer to the unfolding situation, a United States lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, has announced its intention to assist Adeyemi in seeking asylum in the United States. The firm's representative cited Adeyemi's safety concerns and his allegations regarding senior Nigerian government officials as reasons for seeking whistleblower protection. The firm indicated it has begun briefing members of Donald Trump's team and plans to engage with members of the U.S. Congress.

Adeyemi's current stance, where he expresses readiness to appear publicly despite fearing for his life, highlights the complex and contentious nature of the case. The allegations of threats and the official dismissal of his agency by the Presidency create a stark contrast, setting the stage for further legal and political scrutiny.

And I’m ready for that. There are several attempts to… my life.

— Adeniyi AdeyemiAlleging that multiple attempts have been made on his life.
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