The Digest:
Former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun has revealed that her 2018 resignation was precipitated by “powerful enemies” within the Buhari administration who seized on the NYSC certificate controversy to remove her. In an interview with Channels Television, she stated she chose to resign and sue the government to clear her name, with President Buhari’s support.
Key Points:
- Adeosun alleged that influential figures saw the certificate allegation as “an opportunity to get rid of her.”
- She recounted informing President Buhari of her decision to resign and pursue legal action to protect her legacy.
- Buhari reportedly supported her, emphasizing the importance of preserving one’s name for future generations.
- Adeosun explained she could not remain in government while suing it, calling her resignation “the right thing to do.”
- In July 2021, a Federal High Court ruled she could not be penalized over the NYSC certificate for holding public office.
- The court did not, however, rule on the authenticity of the disputed certificate itself.
- The NYSC certificate scandal had dominated headlines and led to her exit from the cabinet.
Sources: Channels Television, Court Records
