A former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has finally spoken about her resignation from the administration of ex-President Muhammadu Buhari.
According to her, it was triggered by the actions of what she described as “powerful enemies” within government.
Speaking during a programme, Adeosun stated that the controversy surrounding her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate was exploited by powerful figures who wanted her out of office.
Recall that Adeosun stepped down in 2018 after allegations surfaced that the NYSC certificate she submitted as part of her official records was forged.
She said when the issue emerged, she personally informed President Buhari and made it clear that she intended to pursue legal action against the federal government to clear her name.
Adeosun added that remaining in the cabinet while suing the government would have been inappropriate, hence the reason why she resigned.
She noted that her decision to resign was not taken lightly, emphasising that she was the only finance minister under the administration to step down voluntarily.
According to her, Buhari backed her decision, advising that protecting one’s name and legacy was more important than holding on to public office.
