On Tuesday, the Nigeria Police Force apprehended Adeniyi Adeyemi, the self-proclaimed Director-General of the unrecognized Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), in Osun State. This arrest followed a bench warrant issued by Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja after Adeyemi failed to appear for his scheduled arraignment on an eight-count charge of conspiracy, forgery, and impersonation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• During the court session, Adeyemi’s counsel, Genesis Francis, argued against the bench warrant, claiming his client feared for his life due to alleged threats and desired to remain alive to defend himself.

• Justice Umar dismissed these concerns, stating, “The court will help him be alive,” and subsequently granted the prosecution’s request for an arrest warrant.

• The court has adjourned the case until September 30, 2026, for arraignment.

• Following the court order, a police Intelligence Response Team (IRT) led by CSP Moses Lohor tracked and arrested Adeyemi.

• Security sources noted that Adeyemi had been monitored for over a week by the Department of State Services (DSS) before the police IRT took over the operation.

• Following his capture on Tuesday morning, Adeyemi was transported to Ibadan and then to Abuja.

Background on the Allegations

• The police filed the eight-count charge against Adeyemi and two other suspects, Femi and Anu, on November 27, 2025.

• The two other suspects remain at large.

• The Presidency has consistently maintained that the PFIPC was never established by the Federal Government, accusing Adeyemi of forging official documents and appointment letters to falsely claim leadership of a government agency.

• Despite these accusations, Adeyemi has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and insists the council is legitimate.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kebbi State has bolstered its political standing by welcoming more than 10,000 members who defected from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). These new entrants, who include various local government party chairmen and political stakeholders, were formally received on Tuesday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Governor Nasir Idris welcomed the new members and assured them that they would receive equal treatment and be fully integrated into the APC.

• He emphasized that the APC is an inclusive party that accommodates everyone regardless of their political background.

• The Governor encouraged both the new entrants and existing party leadership to collaborate harmoniously to consolidate the party’s strength ahead of the 2027 general elections.

• He stressed that every member of the party will be provided with equal opportunities.

Reasons for Defection

• Supporters of ADC stalwart Senator Garba Musa Maidoki, represented by Bello Doya, stated their move was motivated by the transparency and people-oriented developmental strides of the Idris administration.

• Bello Manti, Chairman of the PDP Local Government Chairmen’s Association, stated that he and other party officials joined the APC because they were convinced by the Governor’s inclusive governance and visible performance.

• Manti noted that the APC is viewed as a superior platform for advancing the interests of the people.

Notable Defectors In addition to the PDP Local Government Chairmen’s Association chairman, the party chairmen from the following local government areas also moved to the APC: Dandi, Koko/Besse, Arewa, Zuru, Ngaski, Yauri, Shanga, Danko-Wasagu, Sakaba, and Aliero.

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has criticized Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for expressing dissatisfaction that President Bola Tinubu did not reach out to him personally following the abduction of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area. Speaking in Abuja, Akume argued that the President’s priority was executing coordinated intelligence operations to secure the victims’ release, rather than engaging in symbolic gestures like phone calls.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Prioritizing Action over Optics: Akume questioned the utility of a phone call, asking if such a gesture would have actually secured the victims’ freedom. He emphasized that effective security requires discretion and strategy rather than public rhetoric.

• Criticism of Politicization: The SGF accused certain political leaders of attempting to turn a security incident into a political controversy despite the successful rescue of the captives.

• Defense of President Tinubu: Akume described President Tinubu as a “doer” rather than a “talker,” comparing his leadership style to the Roman Centurion whose service was defined by deeds rather than words.

• Government Focus: Akume maintained that the administration remains focused on fighting insecurity through intelligence gathering and coordinated action by security agencies, ensuring Nigerians can live without fear.

Following their 56-day captivity, Governor Makinde has taken responsibility for the welfare and education of the rescued individuals. Additionally, the Governor has continued to advocate for an independent investigation into the incident, supported by the United Nations, to fully understand the circumstances surrounding the abduction.