By Mahmoud
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has called on President Bola Tinubu to suspend his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, pending the outcome of an investigation into allegations surrounding a supposed fake federal agency.
Dalung made the demand on Thursday, arguing that keeping Gbajabiamila in office while the controversy is being examined could compromise the integrity of the probe and public confidence in the process.
The controversy centers on reports of an alleged fake federal agency that has reportedly been linked to official correspondences and engagements. Details of the agency remain sketchy, but the matter has generated reactions across political and civil society circles in recent days.
According to Dalung, the position of Chief of Staff is too sensitive to be left occupied during an investigation of this nature. He said suspending Gbajabiamila temporarily would remove any perception of interference and allow investigators to work without pressure.
Gbajabiamila, a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, currently oversees the coordination of the Presidency’s administrative and policy functions. As Chief of Staff, he works directly with the President and other top government officials.
Dalung, who served as minister under the previous administration, said the call was not personal but institutional. He stressed that public trust requires that no one, regardless of office, should be seen as above scrutiny when serious allegations arise.
Political observers note that the demand adds to growing conversations about transparency and accountability within the current administration. The ADC chieftain said Nigerians deserve clarity on how the alleged fake agency came into existence and who may have benefited from it.
He also urged relevant anti-graft and security agencies to expedite their investigation and make findings public. Dalung argued that a prompt and open process would help to douse speculation and prevent misinformation from spreading.
As of the time of this report, the Presidency has not issued an official response to Dalung’s call. Efforts to reach the Office of the Chief of Staff for comments were unsuccessful. The investigation into the alleged fake agency is said to be ongoing.
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