PDP faction seeks probe into Gbajabiamila-linked PFIPC controversy

Summary

A PDP faction has called for a forensic probe and suspension of officials over allegations around the alleged PFIPC scandal linked to Femi Gbajabiamila’s office, while an APC chieftain defended him and urged caution.

Highlights

• The Kabiru Turaki-led PDP faction asked President Bola Tinubu to order an independent forensic investigation into the controversy.
• The faction also called for the suspension of officials linked to the matter and said the episode had embarrassed the country.
• The dispute centres on claims around the alleged non-existence of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and related allegations involving Gbajabiamila’s office.
• A PDP spokesperson said the controversy raises questions about governance, accountability and security within the Presidency.
• APC chieftain Sola Ajimati said allegations should be left to the proper authorities and warned against what he described as trial by media.
• Ajimati said Gbajabiamila’s public service record supports his credibility and urged Nigerians to avoid misinformation.

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