President Tinubu Orders Probe into PFIPC Scandal, Forged Appointments
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission to investigate the PFIPC scandal and allegations of forged appointments, demanding a report within 30 days.
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to investigate the activities of the Petroleum Financial Intelligence and Protection Committee (PFIPC), including allegations of forged appointments. The directive, confirmed by multiple media reports, mandates the ICPC to conclude its investigation and submit a detailed report within 30 days.
The investigation will focus on suspected forgery and unauthorized appointments linked to the PFIPC, an entity whose legitimacy and operations have come under scrutiny. President Tinubu emphasized the need to uphold institutional integrity, stating that the presidency and government institutions must be safeguarded from impersonation, forgery, and abuse of official identity. He further directed that any individual found culpable be held accountable in accordance with the law, as reported by This Day.
The order underscores the administration’s public stance against corruption and misuse of state authority. According to Channels Television, the president demanded a thorough probe into the matter, reflecting growing concerns over the exploitation of government platforms for illegitimate purposes. Naija News reported that the directive was issued to ensure transparency and restore public trust in state institutions.
The ICPC has not yet released a public statement on the status of the investigation. The commission, established to combat corruption in public offices, is expected to deliver its findings to the presidency by mid-August 2026, as per the 30-day deadline.