Police Arrest 'Fake' Agency DG Adeniyi Adeyemi in Osun

Adeniyi Adeyemi was arrested by the Nigeria Police Force in Osun after a bench warrant was issued by Justice Moham Umar of the Federal High Court in Abuja. This warrant followed Adeyemi's failure to appear in court to face eight counts of conspiracy and forgery.

The charges allege that Adeyemi operated under the pretense of being the Director General of the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council, an organization that does not exist. Justice Umar dismissed arguments from Adeyemi's lawyer regarding fears for his life, stating that the case would be adjourned until September 30, 2026.

Adeyemi had publicly denied reports of evading security agencies, claiming he was ready to face justice. He is accused of forging several official documents, including a purported presidential appointment letter signed by Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila.

If convicted, Adeyemi faces a maximum of 21 years in prison without the option of a fine for forgery and three years for impersonation.