Alleged Fake Agency: Tinubu Lifts Suspension On PermSec

President Bola Tinubu has lifted the suspension on M.S. Danjuma, the permanent secretary, finance (special duties) in the Federal Ministry of Finance, following due diligence.

Danjuma’s reinstatement takes effect from October 21, 2026, according to a letter conveying the president’s decision.

The letter, with reference number HCSF/3023/Vol.III/124, was issued by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel, on October 22, 2026.

Tinubu had approved Danjuma’s suspension on August 21, 2026, alongside two other permanent secretaries, following a report by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The report concerned the activities of a purported agency known as the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office, allegedly promoted by George Buchi Nwabueze, with the suspected active involvement of public servants in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).

According to the statement, the president subsequently approved the lifting of Danjuma’s suspension after due diligence and directed the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to recall him to duty with immediate effect.

He is expected to resume his official responsibilities and discharge his duties in accordance with the Public Service Rules, applicable regulations and ethical standards governing the Federal Civil Service.

 The statement did not indicate whether the suspension of the two other permanent secretaries had also been lifted.