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Femi Gbajabiamila

Femi Gbajabiamila

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Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to Nigeria's President, involved in probe of fake federal agency.

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Femi Gbajabiamila is the current Chief of Staff to the President of Nigeria. He has recently become newsworthy due to his involvement in uncovering a fictitious federal agency that was allocated 1.3 billion naira in the 2026 budget. Gbajabiamila brought the matter to light by writing to the police, alleging the misuse of his signature and official seals. This incident has caused a political stir, especially as it occurred in the lead-up to a general election. The fake agency had reportedly secured office space within the Federal Secretariat in Abuja and opened bank accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria. The presidency has indicated that police forensic analysis is underway to investigate how the agency was allegedly established within government premises. Gbajabiamila's role in initiating the investigation highlights his position within the presidency and the ongoing efforts to address potential corruption or irregularities within government structures.
Last updated: August 29, 2026