FAKE AGENCY SCANDAL: PRESIDENCY UNDER PRESSURE AS POLICE ARREST ADEYEMI’S FATHER

The controversy surrounding Nigeria’s alleged ₦1.3 billion “ghost agency” scandal has deepened following the reported arrest of Adeyemi’s father by the police as part of ongoing investigations.

The development comes amid increasing public scrutiny of the Presidency and renewed calls for accountability over the circumstances surrounding the establishment, operations, and funding of the alleged unauthorized agency.

According to investigators, the arrest forms part of a broader effort to establish the facts of the case and determine the roles of individuals connected to the agency’s activities.

Police authorities said investigations are continuing and emphasized that all persons involved are entitled to due process and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty by a court of law.

The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to pursuing the matter through legal channels, insisting that anyone found culpable will face prosecution in accordance with the law.

Political analysts say the latest development has intensified public debate over transparency, institutional oversight, and accountability in the management of public resources.

Civil society organisations have called for an impartial and transparent investigation, urging authorities to avoid political interference and allow the judicial process to take its course.

Legal experts noted that the outcome of the investigation could influence future reforms aimed at strengthening oversight of public institutions and preventing the emergence of unauthorized agencies.

The Presidency has continued to face questions over the controversy as lawmakers and anti-corruption agencies monitor developments in the case.

Authorities have assured the public that investigations remain ongoing and that further actions will be guided by the evidence obtained during the inquiry.