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Coalition Urges Tinubu to Remove Senior Public Officer Adetunji Over Alleged Misconduct
A coalition of civil society organisations under the umbrella of the Civil Society Alliance Against Corruption and Abuse of Office (CSAACAO) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately remove Surveyor Akande Moruf Adetunji from public office over what it described as grave allegations of misconduct, abuse of office, and violations of public service ethics.
In an open letter jointly signed on Thursday in Abuja by the National Coordinator of CSAACAO, Comrade Gbenga Akande, and the National Secretary, Comrade Ishaya Abdullaziz, on behalf of 20 other civil society organisations, the coalition urged the President to order a comprehensive investigation into the allegations while emphasizing the need to protect the integrity of the public service.
According to the coalition, the allegations against the public officer include alleged professional misconduct, abuse of official authority, intimidation, misuse of office for personal interests, sponsorship of defamatory publications against another public officer, unethical conduct, media manipulation, and alleged administrative and financial irregularities during his tenure.
The group also alleged that Surveyor Adetunji is involved in an ongoing court matter and claimed that a bench warrant was reportedly issued for his arrest. It argued that, if confirmed, such circumstances would be incompatible with continued service in public office.
CSAACAO further alleged that the official, despite reportedly reaching the statutory retirement age, has refused to process his retirement by allegedly failing to submit the necessary retirement documents and withholding official records.
The coalition claimed that these actions, if established, could amount to violations of the Public Service Rules, the Pension Reform Act, and the Code of Conduct for Public Officers.
The coalition warned that allowing a public officer facing such allegations to remain in office could undermine public confidence in the administration’s anti-corruption agenda, weaken trust in the civil service disciplinary system, and create the impression that misconduct is tolerated.
While acknowledging the constitutional presumption of innocence, the coalition argued that public officers occupying sensitive positions should step aside whenever credible allegations arise pending the outcome of investigations.
Among its demands, CSAACAO urged President Tinubu to immediately remove Surveyor Adetunji from office in the public interest, direct a full-scale investigation into all allegations against him, mandate the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigeria Police Force to investigate the reported court matter and any related issues, and ensure that anyone found culpable is prosecuted in accordance with Nigerian law.
The letter was copied to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, the Federal Civil Service Commission, and the ICPC.
As of the time of filing this report, Surveyor Akande Moruf Adetunji had not publicly responded to the allegations contained in the open letter, and the claims had not been independently verified. No official statement had also been issued by the Presidency regarding the petition.
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Eagle Times Newspaper Will Be Voice for Nigerians – Publisher Chukwunyere Vows
Joel Ajayi
The Publisher of The Eagle Times Nigeria, Sir Ikechukwu Chukwunyere, has pledged that the newspaper will promote accountability, credible journalism and public-interest reporting in its coverage of national affairs.
Chukwunyere made the commitment on Thursday, October 1, 2026, during the official unveiling and launch of The Eagle Times Nigeria.
He said the new media organisation was established not merely to add another newspaper to Nigeria’s media landscape, but to provide a platform committed to serving the public interest.
According to him, the newspaper’s guiding philosophy, “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation,” places a responsibility on the organisation to listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight issues affecting their daily lives and scrutinise those entrusted with public responsibilities.
“To be a voice for the people means that we must listen to Nigerians, tell their stories, highlight their concerns and give visibility to issues that affect their daily lives,” he said.
The publisher added that The Eagle Times would be guided by accuracy, fairness, professionalism, credibility and responsible journalism, stressing that the newspaper would not publish stories merely because they were sensational.
“We will verify. We will investigate. We will seek the other side. We will correct our mistakes when we make them,” he said.
Chukwunyere further stated that the newspaper would endeavour to give individuals and organisations the opportunity to respond whenever allegations were made against them.
“Our commitment is not to any political party, government or individual. Our primary commitment is to journalism, to truth and to the Nigerian public,” he said.
He noted that the newspaper was launching at a time when the media industry was undergoing rapid transformation, with audiences increasingly consuming news through digital platforms, including websites, television, podcasts and social media.
He said The Eagle Times would therefore operate as a multimedia organisation, combining its newspaper with digital platforms and The Eagle Times TV to reach audiences across different channels.
According to him, the organisation also intends to create opportunities for young journalists, writers, photographers, producers, digital creators and other media professionals to develop their skills and contribute to journalism and national development.
Chukwunyere said the newspaper’s coverage would include politics, governance, business, economy, security, judiciary, education, health, technology, sports, entertainment, lifestyle and international affairs.
He, however, said the organisation intended to distinguish itself not only by the subjects it covered but by the quality and approach of its journalism.
We want to tell stories that matter, we want to investigate issues that require investigation, we want to highlight Nigerians who are making a difference, and we want to give communities that are often ignored an opportunity to be heard,” he said.
The publisher acknowledged the challenges involved in establishing a newspaper, saying the venture required investment, commitment, professional discipline and the courage to pursue an idea.
He expressed appreciation to the management, editorial, reporting, production and digital teams, as well as families, friends, partners and supporters who contributed to the establishment of the organisation.
Chukwunyere also assured readers, viewers and the newspaper’s digital audience that The Eagle Times would strive to earn their trust and remain accountable to the standards it had set for itself.
He said the newspaper’s success would not be measured only by circulation figures, website traffic or social media followers, but also by the confidence Nigerians placed in its journalism.
“Today, we spread our wings. Today, The Eagle Times takes flight,” he said, reaffirming the newspaper’s commitment to its slogan: “The Voice for the People, The Watchdog for the Nation.”
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