Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, has asserted that he has never betrayed the confidence President Tinubu placed in him. Speaking at his 2026 Mega Empowerment Programme at the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, Gbajabiamila addressed allegations against him following investigations into the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC). He stated that several investigations, including one by the House of Representatives, had cleared him of any wrongdoing linked to the organisation.
Gbajabiamila recounted that the past few months had tested him in unexpected ways, with stories written, accusations made, and lies told, questioning his integrity. However, he noted that investigative reports were now available to the public and that due process had been followed, despite pressure on some people to condemn him before the investigations were completed. According to Gbajabiamila, Tinubu was confident that he had no connection with the alleged activities.
The former Speaker of the House of Representatives emphasized that the allegations would not distract him from carrying out his duties in the Presidency. He stated that no amount of money, blackmail, or lies would detract him from his work and the tasks President Tinubu had given him to do. Gbajabiamila expressed his unwavering commitment to his responsibilities and the President's Renewed Hope agenda.
Gbajabiamila spoke about his relationship with Tinubu, stating that his loyalty to the President had remained firm, even when he did not agree with every political decision. He noted that in politics, loyalty was the currency spent the most and that he had been with President Tinubu for many years, never questioning his leadership or betraying his trust.
The 2026 Mega Empowerment Programme was designed to support about 5,000 people from communities in Surulere. Beneficiaries received cash support, vehicles, electric tricycles, buses, security patrol vehicles, and an ambulance. The programme aimed to provide assistance to those in need, showcasing Gbajabiamila's commitment to his constituents.
Lagos State Deputy Governor and APC governorship candidate, Obafemi Hamzat, praised Gbajabiamila for his continued support for his constituents. Hamzat also called for support for Tinubu’s re-election, saying the President had remained with the APC and contributed to building the party. This endorsement highlights the strong ties between Gbajabiamila, Hamzat, and Tinubu.
In conclusion, Gbajabiamila's address at the 2026 Mega Empowerment Programme demonstrated his resilience in the face of adversity and his dedication to his duties as Chief of Staff. With the allegations against him cleared, Gbajabiamila remains focused on implementing the President's agenda and supporting his constituents.
Key points
- Femi Gbajabiamila denies betraying President Bola Tinubu's trust amidst allegations of wrongdoing.
- Gbajabiamila's loyalty to Tinubu has remained firm despite not agreeing with every political decision.
- The 2026 Mega Empowerment Programme supports 5,000 people from Surulere communities with various forms of assistance.
