Gbajabiamila testifies at ICPC over fake council probe
Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President, has confirmed his appearance before the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission. His testimony is linked to the investigation of the fictitious Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council. The probe was ordered by President Bola Tinubu following allegations of forgery and impersonation involving Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Mathew. The case has drawn attention due to its political sensitivity and the involvement of high-profile offices.
Key takeaways
- Femi Gbajabiamila appeared at the ICPC headquarters at about 3pm on Monday, July 20, 2026, to give testimony regarding the fake council.
- The investigation was ordered by President Bola Tinubu on July 7, 2026, with a 30-day deadline for the ICPC to submit findings.
- On June 11, Gbajabiamila’s office denied any association with Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Mathew, alleging he forged a presidential appointment letter.
- Adeyemi is accused of using forged documents to obtain office space, hold meetings with diplomats, and secure at least N1.3bn in the 2026 national budget.
- Adeyemi is scheduled to appear before the Federal High Court in Abuja on July 27, 2026, alongside two alleged accomplices.
