Abuja Federal Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Adeyemi

A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claims to be the Director-General of the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council, after he failed to appear for his scheduled arraignment on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Justice Mohammed Umar issued a bench warrant following an oral application by the prosecution, which cited repeated delays in the criminal proceedings.

Adeyemi faces an eight-count charge filed by the Nigeria Police Force on November 27, 2025, alleging conspiracy, forgery, and impersonation related to the operation of the purported council. The Presidency has repeatedly stated the agency is not a recognized government entity. Two other suspects, identified only as Femi and Anu, are also charged and remain at large.

During the hearing, Adeyemi's defense counsel, Genesis Francis, argued his client was absent due to fears for his life, stating Adeyemi had written to President Bola Tinubu about security concerns and wished to remain alive to stand trial. Justice Umar dismissed this explanation, asserting the court could guarantee the defendant's safety, and granted the prosecution's request for an arrest warrant. The case was...