Arewa Youth Consultative Forum (AYCF) has defended the Chief of Staff to the President Femi Gbajabiamila in the controversy surrounding the scandal involving the alleged fictitious Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC), but warns against hasty conclusion in the matter.
The forum in a statement by its National President, Alhaji Mohammed Aliyu, described the statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga on the PFIPC scandal, “as comprehensive, factual, and illuminating,” adding that it exonerated Gbajabiamila, from the “unfounded and malicious allegations.”
According to him, Gbajabiamila has consistently demonstrated sincerity, integrity, and dedication to the progress of this nation.
“He fought against corruption, championed legislative reforms, and worked tirelessly for the betterment of Nigerians,” he said.
Aliyu however said members of the public should stop politicising the matter, adding that such is capable of undermining the ongoing legal proceedings against Prince Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew.
“Justice will eventually prevail, and the truth will come out during the trial scheduled for July 27,” he said.
The forum reaffirmed its support for the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s administration and called on Nigerian youth, particularly in the north, to remain vigilant and rally behind credible leaders committed to national progress.
“We stand firmly with the Chief of Staff and the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
“Any attempt to drag innocent leaders into the mud through the antics of con artists will be resisted,” Alhaji Aliyu declared.
He stated that the Arewa Youth would continue to monitor developments and support all efforts geared towards building a better Nigeria anchored on transparency, accountability, and selfless service.
