According to his lawyer, Jiti Ogunye, Gbajabiamila honoured an invitation by the anti-graft agency on Monday and provided information relating to the PFIPC matter.
In a statement issued after the session, Ogunye said his client appeared at the ICPC headquarters at about 3:00pm on July 20, 2026. He added that the Chief of Staff cooperated fully with investigators and answered all questions asked of him.
“In full cooperation with the ICPC acting as directed by the President of Nigeria, I hereby confirm that my client, Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President of Nigeria, responded to the invitation of the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission and appeared at about 15:00hrs on Monday, July 20, 2026, as part of the ongoing investigation into the activities of the ‘PFIPC’ fake agency, among others,” Ogunye stated.
“My client gave his testimony, responded to questions accordingly, and has returned to his duty post.”
The PFIPC controversy started after reports emerged that an entity claiming to be a presidential investment promotion council was operating without legal backing. The group was said to have presented itself as an official government body and engaged with foreign investors and local stakeholders.
The development drew the attention of the presidency. On July 2, President Tinubu ordered the ICPC to carry out a full probe into the affair.
Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said the President directed the Commission to conclude its work and forward a detailed report within 30 days. The directive was aimed at establishing how the so-called council came into existence, who was behind it, and whether public office holders were involved.
The ICPC has described the PFIPC as a “fake agency.” Investigators are looking into how the group was able to operate, what documents it used, and if any government resources or names were misused in the process.
Gbajabiamila’s appearance at the Commission’s office came amid public speculation about the extent of involvement of senior government officials. His lawyer stressed that the Chief of Staff went to the ICPC voluntarily and in line with the President’s directive that all those connected to the matter should cooperate.
After giving his statement, Gbajabiamila left the ICPC office and resumed official duties at the State House.
The Commission has not released further details about the investigation. It said the probe is ongoing and that more persons may be invited as it continues to gather facts.
The 30-day deadline given by the President means the ICPC is expected to submit its findings to the presidency by early August.
The PFIPC case has generated debate about the need for stricter checks on groups that claim to represent government in dealings with investors. Observers say the outcome of the investigation could help clarify procedures for setting up presidential initiatives and prevent similar incidents in the future.
For now, the Chief of Staff remains in office while the Commission continues its work.
