The political row over the PFIPCgate allegations has taken a new turn. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has come to the defence of Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, describing the claims against him as politically motivated.
ABUJA, FCT — Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has defended Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, over allegations linked to the PFIPCgate controversy. According to Wike, the allegations are politically motivated and do not present credible grounds to implicate the senior presidential aide.
Speaking on the issue, Wike said the claims against Gbajabiamila appeared designed to damage his reputation rather than establish any wrongdoing. He maintained that those making the allegations should present verifiable evidence instead of relying on speculation. The minister added that public officials should not be judged based on unverified accusations.
According to Wike, the allegations lack credibility and should not distract the Federal Government from its responsibilities. He urged Nigerians to allow relevant institutions to handle any legitimate complaints through established legal and investigative processes. The minister also reaffirmed his confidence in Gbajabiamila, describing him as a public official who has served the country in different leadership positions.
The PFIPCgate controversy has attracted attention in political circles, with differing opinions emerging from supporters and critics of the administration. While some individuals have called for further scrutiny of the allegations, others have argued that the claims should only be assessed through due process and credible investigations. At the time of this report, no court had made any finding against Gbajabiamila in relation to the allegations.
The development means the controversy is likely to remain part of the national political conversation as more information becomes available. Attention will now focus on whether any formal investigation or official response provides additional clarity on the allegations, while political stakeholders continue to express differing views on the matter.
