Nnaji tendered his resignation, following mounting controversy over his academic credentials and allegations of certificate forgery claims he has firmly denied.


In a statement issued after the Presidency confirmed his departure, Nnaji said his decision came after “deep reflection and consultations with family, associates, and well-meaning Nigerians.”


According to him, his resignation was prompted by what he described as “an orchestrated, sustained campaign of falsehood, politically motivated and malicious attacks” targeted at him and his office.

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“These unfounded allegations and media distortions have not only caused personal distress but have also begun to distract from the vital work of the ministry and the Renewed Hope Agenda of Mr. President,” Nnaji stated.


He emphasized that stepping down was not an admission of guilt but a principled decision to uphold due process and allow judicial investigations to proceed without interference.


“My decision to step aside is therefore a personal choice, not an admission of guilt, but rather a principled decision to respect the sanctity of due process and to preserve the integrity of the judicial proceedings currently before the court. In the end, justice will prevail, and history will vindicate the just,” he added.


Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, said he could not in good conscience allow the controversy to cast a shadow over the administration’s efforts in innovation and technology.


Source: Punch