President Bola Tinubu’s chief of staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, faces allegations of facilitating the appointment of Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew as director-general of a non-existent agency, the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council.

The presidency claims Gbajabiamila accepted ₦600m ($436,658) in exchange for the role, with ₦400m allegedly received through a proxy and ₦200m demanded directly.The controversy emerged after social media claims circulated, prompting the presidency to address the allegations.The article highlights the political tensions within Nigeria’s administration, raising questions about corruption and accountability.While the claims remain unproven, the incident underscores the challenges of transparency in high-level governance.The piece also contextualizes Gbajabiamila’s role in Tinubu’s government, emphasizing the broader implications for Nigeria’s political landscape.The allegations reflect ongoing concerns about misuse of public office and the need for rigorous oversight mechanisms to prevent such controversies.This incident adds to the growing scrutiny of Nigeria’s leadership, particularly in the wake of recent political developments.