Igbo Economic Forum

US Lobbying Firm Hired by Atiku to Report Adeyemi's Arrest to Trump Administration.

A United States lobbying firm reportedly engaged by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said it will brief the Trump administration on the arrest of Adeniyi Adeyemi, who has been widely described by authorities as the "fake" Director-General of the purported PFIPC.

The development follows Adeyemi's arrest after a court reportedly issued a warrant over his failure to appear for arraignment. His detention has generated political reactions, with the US-based lobbying firm describing the incident as one it intends to bring to the attention of officials in Washington.

The Nigerian authorities maintain that the case is a legal matter, while the announcement by the lobbying firm has added an international dimension to the controversy.

The matter is expected to continue in court as investigations and legal proceedings progress.

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a programme to provide free Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) business name registration for 250,000 eligible Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). Beneficiaries will also receive business development support and training.

How to apply
Create an account on the official SMEDAN portal:
SMEDAN Registration Portal

Register your business by providing:
Your personal details
Business information
Contact details
Submit your application and obtain your SMEDAN registration.
If you qualify, SMEDAN will guide you through the free CAC Business Name registration process. The government will cover the statutory CAC registration fees.

The programme is generally intended for:
Nano, micro, and small businesses operating in Nigeria.
Businesses that are not yet registered with CAC.
Applicants who complete registration through the official SMEDAN platform.

Documents you may need
National Identification Number (NIN) or another valid means of identification.
Your proposed business name.
Business address and contact information.
Other information requested during the registration process.

Important: Apply only through the official SMEDAN portal and do not pay anyone claiming to "process" the free registration for you. The programme is limited to 250,000 beneficiaries, so applying early is advisable.