CHRICED calls for probe of PFIPC controversy, seeks accountability

By Luminous Jannamike

ABUJA — The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has described the controversy surrounding the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) as a significant governance issue, calling for an independent investigation into allegations linked to the body.

In a statement issued on Sunday, CHRICED Executive Director, Comrade Ibrahim Zikirullahi, said the allegations surrounding the PFIPC have raised concerns about transparency, accountability and public trust in governance.

The organisation called for the suspension of the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, pending the outcome of an independent investigation into the allegations.

CHRICED said the controversy has become a test of public accountability at a time when many Nigerians are facing economic and security challenges.