Walson-Jack Denies Allocating Office, Deploying Staff to PFIPC Adeyemi
On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, Head of Service of the Federation Didi Esther Walson-Jack appeared before the House of Representatives hearing on the Presidential Foreign Investment Promotion Council (PFIPC) scandal and clarified that she never allocated office space, authorized deployment of staff, or issued any organizational structure to the PFIPC under its purported Director General, Adeyemi Adeniyi. She stated that her office stands by earlier statements but emphasized the need to clarify two specific issues: the alleged unauthorized establishment of the council and the issuance of a recruitment waiver.
Her testimony matters because it directly addresses core allegations in the PFIPC scandal—claims that the body was set up without proper approval and that staff were hired through irregular waivers. If proven, such actions could represent misuse of federal authority and erode confidence in the civil service’s adherence to due process. The hearing continues to examine whether proper procedures were followed in creating and staffing the PFIPC.
Readers should note that Walson-Jack indicated she will provide further details on the unauthorized establishment and recruitment waiver issues. To stay informed, follow updates from trusted news outlets and the House of Representatives’ official channels. This case underscores the importance of transparency in government appointments and the need for robust oversight to prevent unauthorized entities from operating under the guise of federal institutions.