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High Court Orders Arrest Of ‘Fake’ Agency DG, Adeniyi
High Court Orders Arrest Of ‘Fake’ Agency DG, Adeniyi
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of the self-acclaimed Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, Adeniyi Adeyemi, after he failed to appear for his arraignment over alleged conspiracy, forgery and impersonation.
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Justice Mohammed Umar ordered Adeyemi’s arrest on Tuesday after granting an oral application by the prosecution following the defendant’s absence when the matter was called.
Adeyemi was expected to take his plea on an eight-count charge filed by the Nigeria Police Force over his alleged operation of the purported Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, an organisation the Presidency has said does not exist.
The case, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/562/2025, has suffered repeated adjournments.
When the prosecution, led by Wisdom Madaki, applied for a bench warrant, Adeyemi’s counsel, Genesis Francis, told the court that his client feared for his life and had written to President Bola Tinubu.
According to the lawyer, the defendant intended to remain alive to stand trial.
Responding, Justice Umar said, “The court will help him be alive,” before ordering that a bench warrant be issued for Adeyemi’s arrest.
The judge subsequently adjourned the case until September 30, 2026, for arraignment.
The Federal Government, through the police, filed the charges on November 27, 2025, accusing Adeyemi and two other suspects identified simply as Femi and Anu, who are said to be at large, of conspiracy, forgery and impersonation.
According to the charge sheet, the defendants allegedly forged several official documents, including a purported presidential appointment letter, State House letterheads, a conveyance approval for the establishment of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, requests for approval of staff accounts, applications for office space and letters seeking collaboration with a federal ministry.
Count Two reads, “That you Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Mathew ‘M’ 38 years of 2nd Floor, Federal Secretariat Complex Abuja, Femi, surname unknown and Anu, surname unknown, now at large, on or about 8th day of March, 2024 within the Jurisdiction of this Honourable Court forged appointment letter purported to have been appointed by his Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, President Federal Republic of Nigeria, and signed by Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila and thereby committed an offence punishable under section 1(2)(c) of Miscellaneous Offences Act Cap M17 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria.”
The prosecution also alleged that Adeyemi falsely presented himself as the Director-General of the purported council, contrary to Section 179 of the Penal Code.
Count Five reads, “That you, Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Mathew ‘M’ 38 years of 2nd Floor, Federal Secretariat Complex Abuja, Femi surname unknown and Anu surname unknown now at large, sometime between 2024 and 2025 within the Jurisdiction of this Honourable Court falsely personates as the Director General of Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council and thereby committed an offence punishable under Section 179 of the Penal Code.”
His absence from court came barely a day after he denied reports that he was hiding from security agencies.
Speaking during an interview on Channels Television on Monday, Adeyemi said, “I’m ready to show my face. I’m not hiding. I’m only fearing for my life because I have it on good authority that my life is in danger.
“There have been several attempts on my life.”
He also repeated his allegation that he paid ₦400 million through an intermediary to secure his appointment as Director-General of the disputed council.
According to him, those from whom he borrowed the money have since petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over the transaction.
The police had earlier disclosed that investigations into the alleged PFIPC scandal began after the Office of the Chief of Staff to the President petitioned the Inspector-General of Police on October 17, 2025, over the circulation of forged appointment letters purportedly issued from the office.
Investigators alleged that the forged documents contained fake signatures, reference numbers, official seals and the Nigerian Coat of Arms and were used to create the impression that the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council was a legitimate Federal Government agency.
Police further alleged that Adeyemi presented himself as the Director-General of the council and operated from an office within the Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase III, Abuja.

DG, Adeniyi
The investigation also linked the alleged scheme to Dolapo Babatunde Tanimola, who reportedly died in a hotel fire in Abuja.
Despite the allegations, Adeyemi has continued to insist that the PFIPC exists and has called for an independent investigation into the controversy surrounding the agency and its reported ₦1.3bn allocation in the 2026 Appropriation Act.
In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, he requested the constitution of a multi-stakeholder investigative panel comprising representatives of civil society organisations, the Nigerian Bar Association, independent media organisations, international financial institutions, human rights groups, diplomatic missions, the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, and the EFCC.
He also pledged to provide documentary evidence and cooperate fully with investigators if such a panel is established, maintaining that his decision to remain out of the public eye was influenced by alleged threats to his safety and the controversial death of Tanimola, whom he described as a key intermediary in the matter.
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IGP Disu Receives (LASU) Alumni Association Delegation, Conferred With Emeritus Membership
IGP Disu Receives (LASU) Alumni Association Delegation, Conferred With Emeritus Membership
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, today, Thursday, 22nd October 2026, received a delegation of the Lagos State University (LASU) Alumni Association led by its President, Mr Morisson Quakers, SAN, at the Force Headquarters, Abuja. During the visit, the Association conferred emeritus membership on the IGP in recognition of his achievements and contributions to public service.
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Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Association’s President commended the IGP’s leadership and commitment to people-centred policing, personnel welfare and inter-agency collaboration. He noted that the policy direction and priorities of his administration would shape the legacy of his tenure and assured him of the Association’s continued support.
The Chairman of the Association’s Board of Trustees, Mr Lekan Ogunbanwo, described the IGP as a worthy representative of the University and commended his accessibility and dedication to service.
In his remarks, the IGP expressed appreciation for the honour bestowed on him by the alumni and acknowledged the University’s contribution to his personal and professional development and the encouragement he had received from fellow alumni throughout his career.

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The IGP also highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen professionalism and improve personnel welfare through institutional initiatives and partnerships. He called for greater public understanding and cooperation with police officers in the discharge of their duties, acknowledging the demands and sacrifices associated with policing.
The Inspector-General of Police thanked the Association for its goodwill and reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining ties with his alma mater while advancing the Force’s mandate to protect lives and property and serve the public.
CSP ANI INIEDU, anipr
Force Public Relations Officer
Force Headquarters, Abuja
22nd October, 2026
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Nigerian Navy, NDLEA Recover Drugs in Joint Operations, Arrest 10 Suspects in Warri
Nigerian Navy, NDLEA Recover Drugs in Joint Operations, Arrest 10 Suspects in Warri
The Nigerian Navy, in collaboration with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested 10 suspects and recovered assorted substances suspected to be illicit drugs during a joint operation in the Warri general area of Delta State.
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The operation, conducted by Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) DELTA and NDLEA from 19 to 20 October 2026, targeted locations suspected of being used for the storage, sale and distribution of illicit drugs. Items recovered included five cards of tramadol, 20 litres of Monkey Tail, 20 kilogrammes of cannabis, 10 kilogrammes of Colorado and other related exhibits.
The suspects and recovered exhibits were handed over to the NDLEA Warri Area Command for further investigation and necessary legal action.

NDLEA
The operation reflects the Nigerian Navy’s contribution to tackling drug-related criminality through intelligence-led collaboration with relevant law enforcement agencies. The Navy will continue to support coordinated efforts to disrupt illicit drug distribution networks and strengthen security within its area of responsibility.
Signed AA FOLORUNSHO
Navy Captain
Director Naval Information.
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Nigeria Customs, TMPL Test Cutting-Edge Cargo Scanners in China Ahead of Deployment
Nigeria Customs, TMPL Test Cutting-Edge Cargo Scanners in China Ahead of Deployment
A high-powered delegation of experts from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Trade Modernisation Project Limited (TMPL) recently completed a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for the newly acquired Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII) equipment and Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) in China.
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The two-week exercise, led by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs (DCG) in charge of the Information Communication and Technology/Modernisation Department, Oluyomi Adebakin, took place from 9 to 20 October 2026 at Nuctech Company Limited’s facility in China, the manufacturer of the advanced systems. The delegation conducted comprehensive technical verification of the high-tech scanners and the Electronic Cargo Tracking System, designed to work in synergy to enhance cargo examination and real-time monitoring from port to destination.
During the test, DCG Adebakin reaffirmed Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi’s commitment to using technology as a catalyst for trade facilitation, revenue optimisation, and national security. She said the FAT is a crucial quality-assurance process to ensure the scanners and tracking system meet contractual specifications and global operational standards before shipment to Nigeria.
“The Nigeria Customs Service, under the leadership of CGC Adeniyi, is committed to ensuring that we deploy only cutting-edge, fit-for-purpose technology that will fast-track cargo examination, reduce dwell time, and enhance our ability to detect concealments and prohibited items, improve revenue generation, as well as facilitate legitimate trade”, CG Adebakin said.
For his part, the Acting Comptroller, Non-Intrusive Inspection (NII), Deputy Comptroller of Customs Umar Madugu, noted that deploying the new scanners and ECTS will significantly reduce the need for 100% physical examination, minimise human contact, curb cargo diversion, and improve efficiency across Customs formations.
Speaking on behalf of Trade Modernisation Project Limited, the company’s General Manager, Bamidele Chinedu, described the FAT as a milestone in implementing the TMP, stressing that integrating NII scanners and the Electronic Cargo Tracking System is central to achieving a transparent, technology-driven Customs system.

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Also speaking, Niu Chao, Project Manager, Nuctech Company Limited, China, expressed the company’s commitment to delivering world-class equipment, technical support, capacity building, and after-sales services.
During the exercise, technical experts from both NCS and TMPL were also trained to handle, operate, and maintain the scanners and the ECTS to ensure seamless deployment and sustainability in Nigeria.
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