The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo on Tuesday was summoned by President Bola Tinubu for questioning in the Aso Rock Villa.
Top Society understands that Tunji-Ojo was summoned in relation to links between him and a company said to be involved in the scandal involving the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu.
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Edu, who was suspended on Monday and is facing interrogation at the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), had awarded several contracts to companies including New Planet Projects Ltd owned by Tunji-Ojo.
However, the minister while speaking on Channels TV’s Politics Today denied any involvement during the contract awards on Monday.
He emphasised his non-involvement in the day-to-day operations and stressed compliance with public service regulations.
While asserting his status as a shareholder, Tunji-Ojo urged investigative agencies to thoroughly examine the contract processes and ensure adherence to due diligence.
Top Society reports that Tunji-Ojo has since left the Presidential Villa after a meeting with President Tinubu but he was silent about the purpose of the visit.
It is unclear what he discussed with the President as he did not disclose to Journalists what transpired in the Villa.
