“I’m Not a Criminal, Court Will Clear Me” — Alleged Fake Presidential DG Breaks Silence Amid Forgery Trial

Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi, the man at the centre of a high-profile forgery and impersonation case involving a purported presidential agency, has insisted that his appointment as Director-General was genuine, declaring that only the court can determine the truth.

Speaking during a telephone interview on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme on Thursday, Adeyemi dismissed allegations that he falsely represented himself as the Director-General of the alleged Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council.

“I am not evading the law,” Adeyemi said when asked about the ongoing criminal proceedings against him.

Expressing confidence in the judicial process, he maintained that he was ready to defend himself in court.

“If I am wrong, let the court decide. If I am right, let the court vindicate me. I am ready to clear my name,” he said.

Adeyemi also revealed that he possesses a letter of appointment but declined to provide further details because the matter is already before the court. He added that he is currently receiving medical treatment and was not in good health.

Rejecting claims that he is a criminal, he stated that the court would ultimately determine his innocence or guilt.

In defending himself, Adeyemi questioned the allegation that the PFIPC was a non-existent government agency.

According to him, it would have been impossible for him to openly operate across the country for nearly three years, holding meetings with heads of ministries, departments and agencies, if the organisation had been entirely fictitious.

“For almost three years, I moved freely, interacted with top government officials and organised official engagements. Nigeria is not a banana republic,” he argued.

Before the controversy erupted, Adeyemi reportedly operated publicly under the banner of the PFIPC, organising high-profile events and engaging several government institutions. Reports also indicated that the agency allegedly secured a proposed allocation of about ₦1.3 billion in the 2026 national budget.

However, the Presidency has firmly rejected Adeyemi’s claims.

In a statement issued by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency described Adeyemi as an impostor facing prosecution over alleged forgery and impersonation.

According to the Presidency, police investigations revealed that Adeyemi allegedly forged a presidential appointment letter purportedly signed by Femi Gbajabiamila, established a fictitious government agency, and maintained 34 bank accounts, including nine accounts allegedly opened in the names of non-existent government bodies.

The Presidency further disclosed that Adeyemi was arrested on October 27, 2025, following a petition submitted by the Chief of Staff to security agencies.

The Nigeria Police Force subsequently filed an eight-count charge against Adeyemi and two other suspects before the Federal High Court, bordering on conspiracy, forgery and impersonation. The matter has been adjourned until July 27, 2026 for further hearing.

The Presidency also stated that both the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission had earlier raised concerns over the activities of the purported agency before police investigations commenced.

The latest developments follow explosive allegations by Adeyemi against the Chief of Staff, whom he accused of demanding ₦27.4 billion, allegedly representing 48 per cent of the agency’s proposed take-off grant. He also claimed that ₦400 million was paid through a proxy to facilitate his appointment, with an outstanding balance of ₦200 million yet to be paid.

Adeyemi has called on Bola Ahmed Tinubu to establish an independent investigative panel to examine the allegations, review all official documents relating to the disputed agencies, and make its findings public.

He further urged the Chief of Staff to step aside while investigations are ongoing.

As the legal battle unfolds, both the Presidency and Adeyemi remain firm in their opposing positions, leaving the court to determine the authenticity of the controversial appointment and the serious allegations surrounding it.