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BOMB DROP: PFIPC’s Okorie Says No Sensible Nigerian is Shocked by ICPC Probe!
A chieftain of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Chekwas Okorie, has rejected the interim report of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) on the alleged fake Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to News, Okorie questioned the credibility and independence of the investigation, arguing that the controversy required a more transparent and independent inquiry.
His reaction followed the release of the ICPC’s interim findings, which recommended the prosecution of the principal suspect, Adeniyi Adeyemi, while indicating that some public officials may have facilitated the activities of the purported agency.
Speaking with Sunday Punch, Okorie said he was not surprised by the outcome of the commission’s investigation.
“No reasonable Nigerian will be surprised at the outcome of the so-called ICPC investigation of the Adeyemi fake agency saga,” he said.
The APGA chieftain argued that the circumstances surrounding the establishment, funding and operation of the alleged fake agency required what he described as “a reputable, independent and open probe.”
According to him, questions over the involvement or negligence of government officials could not be adequately addressed if the investigation was conducted solely by an agency within the executive arm.
Okorie maintained that the nature of the allegations made it necessary for investigators to establish how the purported agency allegedly gained access to government facilities, processes and institutions.
He said Nigerians deserved a full explanation of the roles played by officials who may have enabled the operation.
Okorie also questioned the institutional arrangement under which the ICPC investigated a matter with alleged links to the executive branch.
He argued that the situation created an impression that “the accuser and the judge” were effectively within the same arm of government.
The politician said such an arrangement could raise doubts about whether all individuals involved would be independently investigated and held accountable.
The ICPC had said its investigation uncovered institutional lapses in some ministries, departments and agencies while recommending sanctions and prosecution where appropriate.
Okorie also expressed reservations about the capacity of the National Assembly to provide a sufficiently independent alternative inquiry.
He cited what he described as declining public confidence in the legislature and questioned whether lawmakers could conduct a probe capable of addressing all the concerns surrounding the controversy.
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The Ultimate Cover-Up? OGPF Fires Back, Brands NNPC’s Oil Licensing Response A Total Diversion.
The Oil & Gas Professionals Forum (OGPF) has dismissed the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL)’s recent response to criticisms concerning the marginal field licensing round, labeling the statement as misleading and diversionary.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The forum asserted that the national oil company failed to address crucial concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest, the beneficiaries of the bidding process, and overall leadership performance under Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari.
Previously, the OGPF demanded the removal of Ojulari alongside Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) Chief Executive Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, citing performance concerns and award controversies. In response, NNPCL stated that it operates entirely as a commercial entity under the Petroleum Industry Act 2021, holding no regulatory or asset allocation powers, which legally fall under the NUPRC.
In a fresh statement issued by convener Ayodele Momoh, the OGPF argued that NNPCL’s defense ignored core issues. The forum alleged that close associates of leadership secured allocations during the 37-block licensing round, raising questions about accountability and potential private gain. Furthermore, the group contended that recent improvements in oil and gas output metrics fall short of broader production goals, insisting that leadership accountability should be measured strictly against targeted milestones rather than marginal output gains.
Nigerian activist and lawyer Deji Adeyanju has asserted that he has made greater sacrifices for Nigeria’s democracy than former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, stating that he considers himself more deserving of recognition in that regard.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking during an interview with Seun Okinbaloye, Adeyanju discussed his political differences with Obi and individuals within the former presidential candidate’s support base. He clarified that his criticisms stem from political disagreements rather than personal animosity, though he vowed to respond directly to anyone who attacks him.
Adeyanju dismissed engaging with Obi’s aides, maintaining that his focus remains on the former governor himself. He highlighted his history of activism, claiming to have faced physical threats and arrests multiple times while defending democratic principles, and questioned the foundational efforts of others in the political sphere.
The Majority Leader of the Benue State House of Assembly and representative for the Kwande West State Constituency, Thomas Dugeri, has officially dumped the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) for the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
As reported by LEADERSHIP Newspapers, Dugeri was officially received into the PDP fold in Abuja by the immediate past governor of Benue State and party leader, Samuel Ortom. The lawmaker was introduced to Ortom by the Benue State PDP Deputy Chairman, Adzua Ashongo, alongside other party stakeholders and supporters.
During the meeting, Dugeri expressed appreciation for the warm reception extended to him and his supporters. He assured party leaders of his absolute loyalty and commitment, pledging to collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive the PDP forward.
Welcoming the defecting lawmaker, Ortom assured Dugeri and his loyalists of equal opportunities and a level playing field within the party, emphasizing the collective responsibility required from both old and new members to build a formidable political front.
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