Adeniyi Adeyemi has revised his earlier position regarding the controversy surrounding the Presidential Fiscal Policy and International Public Cooperation (PFIPC), stating that he cannot confirm whether President Bola Tinubu's Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, played any role in the matter.
The clarification comes amid ongoing public debate over allegations linked to the initiative.
Speaking during a recent interview, Adeyemi explained that while he previously raised concerns based on information available to him at the time, he now believes it would be inappropriate to make definitive claims without conclusive evidence.
He acknowledged that further investigations are necessary before responsibility can be assigned to any individual.
According to Adeyemi, he has no direct evidence linking Gbajabiamila to the issues surrounding the PFIPC and therefore cannot state with certainty that the Chief of Staff was involved.
He stressed that any conclusions should be based on verified facts rather than speculation or public perception.
The clarification follows widespread reactions to Adeyemi's earlier comments, which had generated significant discussion across political circles and social media.
His latest statement represents a notable shift in tone, emphasising caution and the importance of evidence in matters involving public officials.
Adeyemi maintained that his primary concern remains ensuring transparency and accountability in public institutions.
He said his intention has never been to unfairly accuse individuals but to encourage appropriate scrutiny wherever legitimate concerns arise.
He further urged members of the public to allow relevant authorities to complete any investigations before drawing conclusions.
According to him, premature judgments could undermine public confidence and complicate efforts to establish the facts surrounding the controversy.
The PFIPC matter has continued to attract national attention due to allegations concerning its operations and governance.
However, no official findings have yet established wrongdoing by any of the individuals whose names have surfaced during public discussions.
Political analysts say Adeyemi's revised position highlights the importance of relying on verifiable evidence when discussing issues involving senior government officials.
They note that clarifications such as this help reinforce the principle of due process while investigations remain ongoing.
As discussions surrounding the PFIPC continue, stakeholders have called for transparent investigations capable of addressing public concerns and strengthening confidence in government institutions.
The outcome of any official inquiry is expected to provide greater clarity on the issues raised in the controversy.