DG of fake agency, Adeniyi arraigned in court
The Director-General of an alleged fake government agency, the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) Adeniyi Adeyemi was on Wednesday arraigned before a Federal High Court, Abuja over alleged forgery Adeyemi was arraigned before Justice Muhammed Umar on an eight-count charge bordering on alleged forgery. The Federal Government alleged that Adeyemi forged an appointment letter…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has remanded Adeniyi Adeyemi, the alleged Director-General of the purported Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, in prison. Adeyemi, 38, pleaded not guilty to eight counts of conspiracy, forgery and impersonation during his arraignment on Wednesday. The charges arise from the takeover of the case by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice following the takeover of the council by the Nigeria Police Force.
The prosecution, led by Rotimi Oyedepo, argued that Adeyemi's conduct prior to his arrest necessitated his remand in custody, citing health concerns. Justice Mohammed Umar, however, decided to adjourn the bail application until October 12, 2026, and remand Adeyemi in the Kuje Correctional Centre. The trial is expected to continue on October 12.
The controversy surrounding the purported council has been fueled by allegations of forgery and impersonation, with the Presidency denying the council's existence and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission investigating the activities surrounding the organization.
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