…proceedings and multiple investigations into the PFIPC controversy continue. The scandal erupted following allegations that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, under which Adeyemi claimed to serve as Director-General, had no legal basis despite reportedly appearing in the 2025 Appropriation Act. Th…
…14 years of Conservative rule, but his premiership became characterised by a string of scandals, missteps and policy U-turns. Burnham, the ex-mayor of Greater Manchester nicknamed the “King of the North”, was parachuted in by Labour, after Starmer resigned on June 22, with MPs viewing him as the party’s best chance of…
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, will today inaugurate an ad hoc committee to investigate the controversial inclusion of the unestablished Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council in the 2026 Appropriation Act. This comes amid fresh criticism over the exclusion of the President’s Ch…
…According to him, the goodwill he built while serving students became evident after the scandal broke. "We fought for our students... that's why when it came out, a lot of students came out to fight." Adio also credited his family, particularly his mother, for giving him the strength to move forward. "The number one th…
…the refusal of the Federal Government to guarantee such an investigation constitutes the scandal before him and other Nigerians. Atiku called on President Tinubu to direct Umahi to step aside until the investigation is concluded. He also asked the Inspector-General of Police to immediately transfer the investigation fr…
…his resignation last month, bowing to months of pressure to step down after a series of scandals, missteps and policy U-turns. They blighted his two-year tenure, after he led his party to victory in 2024 elections following 14 years in opposition.Burnham is expected to be crowned Labour's leader on Friday after securin…
…Consequently, he maintained that the executive branch cannot credibly investigate a scandal involving its own senior officials behind closed doors, especially when the executive is ordering fresh administrative inquiries into matters that are already before a court of competent jurisdiction. To ensure true accountabili…
…team on Adeyemi's allegations and planned to engage members of the US Congress. PFIPC scandal: We'll report Adeyemi's arrest to Trump - US firm
…Agbowo Shopping Complex contract, the Ibadan Airport and stadium upgrade projects, loan scandals, among others.” The position by the Senate, SGF and Oyo APC comes a day after the Presidency faulted Makinde’s call for a UN-led investigation, describing it as unnecessary and politically motivated. The Special Adviser to…
The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday arrested Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-styled Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, following a bench warrant issued by a Federal High Court in Abuja, after he failed to appear for his arraignment on an eight-count charge bordering on alleged …
…Governor Emem Nana Usoro hides N1.4 Billion California Luxury Condo in Asset Declaration Scandal." The police said the publication was fabricated to cause a breakdown of law and order. Count three accused the defendants of publishing on their website, "www.secretReporteis.com," that "CBN Deputy Governor Emem Usoro link…
…is part of an attempt to cover up the truth behind a reported N400 million bribery scandal. In a post on X on Tuesday, Sowore claimed that the arrest and reported treatment of Adeyemi “points to what appears to be an official cover-up rather than a genuine search for truth.” He argued that President Bola Tinubu’s Chief…
…Offences Commission, ICPC, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the alleged scandal, describing the directive as “a vital first step.” However, he argued that the current investigative framework could undermine public confidence in the outcome, insisting that a broader and more independent inquiry was necessary…
…“Ultimately, this should not be seen merely as an investigation into one alleged scandal but as an opportunity to strengthen Nigeria’s governance architecture, reinforce public confidence in state institutions, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to combating corruption.” Independent inquiry process more ideal – IPC I…
…should not only be done but seen to be done. When you hand over an investigation of a scandal that involves your government, your presidency into an agency of government, then people don't think you are serious. "People don't think you are really looking for an answer. They think that you are just trying to absolve you…
…even celebrities and respected public figures have not been spared from relationship scandals. Tekno further stated that the entertainment industry has changed, saying love stories no longer dominate music and movies as they once did. "That's why I'm asking the question, where did love go? There was a time when love wa…
…to the ICPC, arguing that the Presidency cannot act as "judge and jury" in a monumental scandal where its own top officials are deeply entangled. I'm ready to surrender all documents - Adeyemi Speaking from his hideout, during an explosive social media interview with internet personality, VeryDarkMan, Adeyemi stated th…
…into the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) scandal to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), arguing that the presidency cannot credibly investigate a scandal in which it is itself at the centre of the allegations. For the ADC, the issue boils d…
…The IOC said to address “the lack of confidence” after a series of Russian doping scandals, “all athletes newly coming back to international competition must have been tested multiple times prior to their return”. The ban was imposed in October 2023, more than 18 months after the invasion of Ukraine, when the Russian O…
…Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew, is just another chapter in the evolving Nigeria's one-week-one-scandal democracy that's regrettably taking shape under the watchful eyes of our dear Tinubu, respected for his political sagacity and deft touches. Sadly, our leaders do not read; so, he is not likely to read this one either or any…
…Adeyemi Matthew, the man at the centre of the alleged N1.3 billion “ghost agency” scandal, resurfaced online on Monday as controversy over the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) deepened. The development came as the office signage directing visitors to the council’s purported office r…
…the presidential pardon process, the alleged N800 billion Progressive Governors Forum scandal and other administrative lapses. “From the reported appointment of deceased persons into public offices, to controversies surrounding the presidential pardon process, the alleged N800 billion Progressive Governors Forum scanda…
The All Progressives Congress Senatorial aspirant for Kwara South, Sola Ajimati, has expressed confidence in the leadership and integrity of the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, amid recent allegations and media reports surrounding his office. In a statement on Sunday, the APC chieftain said the grou…
By Hadiza Yusuf The Kwankwasiyya Movement has said the controversy surrounding the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) has gone beyond the actions of one individual and has become a matter of public accountability that requires full explanation from the Federal Government. This was conta…
…Adeyemi, operations By Omeiza Ajayi More Nigerians yesterday expressed outrage over the scandal rocking the controversial Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, PFIPC which the presidency claimed was fake but was allocated N24b in the 2026 national budget. Among those who reacted and demanded an immediate…