Why I ordered Forensic Probe of IPPIS, Federal Agencies - Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has ordered a comprehensive forensic audit of the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System (IPPIS) and Federal Government agencies.

The ​‌‌​‍‌‍⁠⁠‌‍​‌‍‌​‍‍‌​audit will cover government administration, personnel, payroll, pension and financial-management systems, as well as internal controls across federal institutions.

This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, in Abuja.

Tinubu directed the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Taiwo Oyedele, to oversee and coordinate the exercise.

The directive followed the Federal Executive Council’s August 19 resolution on findings by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The ICPC findings involved alleged fake agencies, ghost workers and other weaknesses in government control systems.

The audit will establish the nature and extent of weaknesses in government systems and determine how such lapses may have been exploited.

The first component will focus on IPPIS and related payroll, personnel, pension and financial-management platforms.

It will examine reported cases of ghost workers and payroll fraud, reconcile figures identified by the ICPC and trace how fictitious or ineligible persons were enrolled.

The review will also assess access, identity, biometric and bank-account controls associated with government personnel and payroll systems.

It will examine interfaces between IPPIS and other platforms, including GIFMIS, Remita, the Treasury Single Account (TSA) and Sub-TSA.

The exercise will determine whether identified vulnerabilities resulted from system defects, process failures, inadequate segregation of duties or deliberate circumvention.

The second component will cover all Federal Government ministries, departments, agencies, commissions, councils, parastatals and other government bodies.

It will establish a definitive inventory of such entities and verify their legal basis and official status.

The audit will also examine how government entities obtain official recognition, budgetary consideration, correspondence privileges, office facilities and access to government systems.

It will assess governance, procurement, internal audit and oversight mechanisms to identify and close systemic weaknesses.

Tinubu directed that the exercise be conducted with the highest standards of independence, professionalism and forensic integrity.

The audit team will have access to relevant government systems and records and collaborate with the ICPC to complement ongoing investigations, prosecutions and recoveries.

The President said the exercise must go beyond individual cases of fraud or administrative failure to strengthen the architecture of government.

It is also expected to close systemic loopholes, improve data verification and reconciliation, reinforce accountability and ensure only legitimate entities and eligible personnel access government resources.

The exercise underscores Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening transparency, accountability, fiscal governance and institutional integrity across the Federal Government.

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Tinubu to HoCSF: Uphold highest Standards of Professionalism, Integrity, Accountability, Efficiency

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday swore in Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF).

Enitan succeeds Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who retired after attaining the mandatory retirement age of 60 years.

The brief swearing-in ceremony took place at the State House, Abuja, marking the commencement of Enitan’s tenure as the nation’s Chief Administrative Officer.

President Tinubu named Enitan, the most senior Permanent Secretary, as the new Head of Service on August 19, 2026.

The former HoCSF, Walson-Jack, attended the swearing-in ceremony, along with her husband, Nimi Walson-Jack. The wife of the new Head of Service, Olawunmi Ololade Enitan; and the Permanent Secretary, State House, Peter Fashedemi, also attended the ceremony.

President Tinubu congratulated the new Head of Service and urged him to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, accountability and efficiency in the Nigerian Civil Service.

The new Federal Civil Service helmsman was born on December 12, 1966. An indigene of Osun State, he holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Banking and Finance from the University of Lagos and a Master’s in Public Policy Analysis from the Nasarawa State University, Keffi.

He joined the Federal Civil Service in 1998 as a Senior Operations Officer at the discontinued Family Economic Advancement Programme (FEAP).

Enitan also served at the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs before his posting to the Office of the Vice President in the State House, where he served as Chief Administrative Officer and rose to Director between 2010 and 2018.

He was appointed Permanent Secretary in December 2018 and posted to the Federal Civil Service Commission. He later served in the Ministries of Environment, Police Affairs, Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction and Education until his latest appointment as HoCSF.

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Fidelity Bank to unveil Growth Opportunities for Northern Concerns with Quarterly Business Forum in Kano

Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, is set to host the next edition of its Quarterly Business Forum on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Kano, bringing together business owners, entrepreneurs, industry leaders and key stakeholders to explore opportunities for business growth and sustainability across Northern Nigeria.

The Kano edition builds on the success of the Bank’s previous Quarterly Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, which provided business owners and entrepreneurs with practical insights, valuable industry connections, and opportunities for sustainable business growth.

Themed “Positioning Northern Businesses for Growth,” the forum will spotlight the opportunities and trends shaping the business landscape in the region. Discussions will focus on practical strategies for strengthening business operations, enhancing financial management, improving access to finance, leveraging digital solutions, expanding market reach and building businesses that are positioned for long-term growth.

Speaking ahead of the event, Divisional Head, Small and Medium-scale Enterprises Banking, Fidelity Bank Plc, Ugochi Osinigwe, said, “The Fidelity Bank Quarterly Business Forum is designed to equip businesses with practical knowledge, meaningful connections, and access to opportunities that can drive growth and competitiveness. Bringing this edition to Kano underscores our commitment to supporting businesses across Nigeria and, particularly, empowering entrepreneurs in Northern Nigeria with the knowledge and resources they need to unlock their growth potential.”

The forum will feature insightful sessions with industry experts and business leaders, along with opportunities for participants to network, share experiences and gain actionable insights tailored to the realities of today’s business environment.

The Quarterly Business Forum is part of Fidelity Bank’s broader commitment to the growth of Nigeria’s SME sector. It would be recalled that recently, Fidelity Bank emerged the winner of the Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Service Ambassadors Award for the Highest Impact on MSMEs Accessing Credit for the First Time, in recognition of its commitment to deepening financial inclusion, improving access to credit and supporting enterprise growth. Through initiatives that provide access to knowledge, capacity-building opportunities, tailored financial services, and strategic business networks, the Bank continues to support entrepreneurs in building stronger and more sustainable businesses.

Ranked among the best banks in Nigeria, Fidelity Bank Plc is a full-fledged Commercial Deposit Money Bank serving over 10 million customers through digital banking channels, its 255 business offices in Nigeria and United Kingdom subsidiary, FidBank UK Limited.

The Bank is a recipient of multiple local and international awards, including the 2025 Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Innovation Award for MSME support; Best Retail and SME Bank Award from Independent Newspapers; Best Bank for Export & Trade Finance and Most Innovative Bank of the Year at the 2025 BusinessDay Banks and Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards; and Nigeria’s Best Private Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards.

The Bank also received the inaugural Most Improved Commercial Bank of the Year award by Nairametrics, the SME Bank of the Year award by NewsDirect, and the Straight-Through Processing (STP) Excellence Award by Citi Group, in addition to recognition by Global Brands Magazine for Excellence in Community Empowerment.

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