The scandal surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), allegedly led by Adeniyi Adeyemi, has drawn sharp criticism from Bolaji Abdullahi, National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who insists it exposes President Bola Tinubu’s administration as a den of corruption. Abdullahi told Symfoni TV that the PFIPC controversy has created a damaging global perception of Nigeria, suggesting widespread corruption within the presidency itself. He emphasized that Nigerians and the international community now view Tinubu’s leadership as entangled in racketeering and illicit financial dealings.
Abdullahi stated that the allegations go beyond mere suspicion, pointing to whispers of officials accepting bribes to award contracts or secure appointments for individuals in government agencies and parastatals. “We never believed it could be this bad,” he said, reflecting on his own experience as a former minister. He compared his time in office with the current situation and expressed disbelief that such systemic corruption could persist under Tinubu’s watch. According to him, the Adeyemi case is not an isolated incident but merely the tip of the iceberg, revealing long-standing corrupt practices that have become routine.
He called on President Tinubu to take immediate action by ensuring a thorough and transparent investigation into the PFIPC scam. Abdullahi stressed that the president must prove beyond doubt that his administration is not complicit in these alleged wrongdoings. While Tinubu has already exonerated his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, Abdullahi warned that this move may appear self-protective rather than impartial. “People are hearing that you’re protecting your Chief of Staff,” he noted, urging the president to prioritize national credibility over personal loyalty.
Abdullahi further advised Gbajabiamila to voluntarily step aside and take leave while an independent panel investigates the matter. He argued that if the Chief of Staff truly has no involvement, he should not fear scrutiny. “If I were Gbajabiamila, I would offer to go on leave so that my name can be cleared beyond all doubts,” he said. He questioned why the Chief of Staff remains in office amid swirling allegations, adding that no amount of money is worth one’s reputation.
The ADC spokesperson’s comments highlight growing public concern over transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s highest offices. As investigations continue, the pressure mounts on the government to deliver justice and restore trust in its institutions. The outcome of this probe will likely shape perceptions of Tinubu’s leadership both domestically and internationally.
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