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Plateau APC Welcomes Gov Mutfwang’s Defection, Pledges Unalloyed Support.
Despite initial resistance from the Plateau State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the state APC has now officially welcomed him and pledged full support for his new political journey.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Previously, the APC had strongly opposed the idea of Mutfwang joining the party. At a stakeholders’ meeting in Jos, party elders had declared their intent to prevent the governor from switching allegiance. The women’s wing, led by Mrs. Elizabeth Yerse, even held a rally expressing their disapproval, while various youth groups also held press conferences opposing the move.
However, following the governor’s announcement of his defection on Thursday, the state APC has shifted its stance, welcoming Mutfwang and describing his inclusion as a valuable asset for the party and the state in the long term.
In an interview with journalists on Friday, APC Publicity Secretary Shittu Bamaiyi, once a vocal critic of the defection, praised the move as one of the best developments for the state party. He said the APC, being a non-discriminatory party open to all eligible Nigerians, was unsurprised by Mutfwang’s decision and is ready to offer him full support.
Bamaiyi emphasized that joining a political party is a fundamental right of every Nigerian and that no one can prevent a citizen from switching affiliations. “While some may be annoyed, others have the right to be happy. We are pleased that Governor Mutfwang has joined the APC; he will be a tremendous asset to both the state chapter and the national level. Whether people like it or not, our numbers have increased,” he stated.
He further noted that Mutfwang is experienced in party politics and is expected to engage and carry everyone along. “He is welcome to the APC, and we will provide all the necessary support,” Bamaiyi added.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has initiated a six-count criminal case against former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, in the Federal High Court in Abuja. The charges, filed on behalf of the Federal Government by lawyer Osuobeni Akponimisingha, involve allegations of corruption, fraud, and certificate forgery.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Background: The charges stem from allegations that Nnaji submitted falsified degree and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificates during his 2023 ministerial screening.
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Arrest: Nnaji was arrested by authorities at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja upon arriving on a chartered flight from Enugu prior to these filings.
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Financial Allegations: In the first count, the ICPC accuses Nnaji of receiving over ₦29.5 million in salaries and allowances, allegedly violating the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, as the income was earned using false credentials.
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Corruption Charges: The second count alleges that Nnaji used his public office for personal gain through unlawful means, which the ICPC states is contrary to the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act.
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Forgery Charges:
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Counts three and four allege that he knowingly submitted a false NYSC Certificate of National Service and a fake degree certificate in Microbiology/Biochemistry to mislead the government during his appointment process.
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Counts five and six accuse him of creating and using forged documents—specifically an NYSC certificate from 1986 and a University of Nigeria, Nsukka degree certificate from 1985—which the prosecution states violates the Penal Code.
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Nnaji is expected to appear in court for his arraignment in the near future.
Adeniyi Adeyemi, the Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), has expressed confusion regarding the inclusion of his agency in the national budget, given the Presidency’s claims that the body does not exist.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Budgetary Confusion: Adeyemi highlighted the paradox of how a supposedly fake agency, which neither he nor any representative defended before the Senate or the House of Representatives, could be included in the national budget signed by the President.
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Detention Timeline: He stated that he was in police detention from October 27 to November 19, 2025, precisely when the budget was being prepared. Consequently, he asserts he could not have participated in any budget defense.
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Police Investigation: Adeyemi explained that he was arrested following a petition by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila. During interrogation, he provided police with his appointment letter and details regarding those who facilitated his position.
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Loss of Office: He claimed that upon his release and subsequent court appearance on November 27, he discovered his office space had been reallocated to another government official; he has not returned to the premises since his initial arrest.
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Call for Investigation: While he avoided accusing the Chief of Staff of dishonesty, Adeyemi has requested that the President establish an investigative panel to uncover the truth. He expressed readiness to provide all his documentation to security agencies for authentication.
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Additional Claims: Adeyemi also alleged that he was the target of an attack by gunmen near Zuma Rock in September 2025.
Activist Bola Bakare contends that the scandal involving Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC), highlights a significant and persistent systemic failure within Nigeria’s public service.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Systemic Concerns: Bakare argues that the sheer volume of “authentic” documentation in Adeyemi’s possession suggests a deep-seated issue regarding how official government approvals and letters are issued.
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Unregulated Agencies: He emphasized that while the number of ministries in Nigeria is known, the true count of government agencies is unclear and likely in the hundreds, making them difficult to monitor.
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Impact on Business: Bakare noted that many low-level agencies hinder the ease of doing business by acting as a burden on citizens and companies, often operating with little public scrutiny.
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Wider Enablement: His primary concern is the broader system that allegedly enabled Adeyemi’s operations, noting that official documentation linked to the case appeared to have passed through reputable offices, such as those of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Accountant-General of the Federation, and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.
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Call for Reform: Bakare urged the government to use this incident to conduct a thorough investigation, strengthen verification processes, and address the proliferation of unregulated agencies.
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