A civil society organisation, Nigerians for Good Governance (NGG), has criticised a Ghanaian online news outlet for publishing a misleading and defamatory report about the Permanent Secretary in the Health and Human Services Department of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), Dr. Babagana Adam.
The NGG described the article as an affront to Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, and is urging the federal government to take action against the publication, which named Adam as a fraudulent veterinarian rather than a qualified medical professional.
The group noted that Adam was appointed based on the recommendation of FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
In a statement issued in Abuja and signed by its coordinator, Mr. Felix Durumbah, and secretary-general, Malam Hafiz Abdullahi, NGG emphasised that it felt compelled to respond due to its commitment to promoting good governance and integrity.
They expressed their disbelief that a foreign outlet could spread such baseless accusations against an accomplished Nigerian official, especially one who has made significant contributions in his role.
The report in question, published by newsghana.com.gh on December 3, 2024, contained various unsubstantiated claims, which NGG debunked.
The NGG condemned the misrepresentation, affirming Adam’s reputable career as a veterinary doctor with significant experience in different roles within the FCTA before his current appointment.
