Socio-political analyst Urhobo Atsemudiara has defended Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, stating that no verifiable evidence links him to the ongoing fake agency scandal that has sparked widespread debate across Nigeria.
Speaking in Lagos on Monday, July 27, 2026, Atsemudiara called on Nigerians to allow investigative institutions to complete their work before reaching conclusions about any public official's involvement. He cautioned against what he described as trial by public opinion, arguing that accountability must rest on verified findings from competent authorities rather than assumptions or rumor.
Broader Political Context Behind the Controversy
Atsemudiara framed the controversy within a broader political argument, suggesting the Tinubu administration is confronting powerful, long-standing interests that have historically undermined governance. He claimed the same secret cabal forces that challenged previous governments are now being exposed through the fake agency saga.
"The Tinubu administration, through this fake agency exposure, is clearly confronting the same secret cabal forces that challenged previous governments. These are the same elements that have contributed to the Federal Government's inability to fully benefit from the vast mineral resources in Northern Nigeria due to insecurity and banditry," Atsemudiara said.
The analyst argued that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is fighting for the country's best interests and that only a leader of his caliber can take on such entrenched opposition. "One thing many Nigerians have not noticed is that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is fighting for the best interests of the country, and only a President like him can confront this kind of battle," he added.
Call for Patience and Trust in Investigations
Beyond defending Gbajabiamila personally, Atsemudiara stressed the importance of due process. He raised concerns that premature judgments could compromise efforts to establish the full facts behind the alleged fake agency saga. He urged the public to place greater trust in Nigeria's investigative institutions.
He maintained that anyone found to have played a role in the matter should face prosecution under the law, but equally, those without proven links to the allegations should not be unfairly dragged into the controversy. The analyst's remarks come amid divided public opinion over the fake agency saga, with competing interpretations of responsibility and what the allegations reveal about governance in Nigeria.
The fake agency saga continues to generate attention, with various voices offering different narratives. Atsemudiara's intervention adds a call for measured and evidence-based discourse, urging Nigerians to avoid hasty conclusions that could undermine the integrity of the investigation.
