Nnaji added that his decision to resign as Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology was a mark of respect for due process.
By Kehinde Okeowo
Uche Nnaji, the immediate past Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has insisted that his decision to resign from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet is not an admission of guilt.
Nnaji left his position on Monday, October 6, after an investigation by PREMIUM TIMES revealed that he did not complete his university education and that both the bachelor’s degree and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate he presented to Tinubu, as well as to the offices of the secretary to the government of the federation (SGF), the Department of State Services (DSS), and the senate, were forged.
Reacting to the allegation in a recent statement, the Enugu-born politician said his decision was a mark of respect for due process.
He added that he stepped down following deep reflection and consultations with family, associates, and well-meaning Nigerians.
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The former Minister added that he formally tendered his resignation to the president after what he described as a “sustained campaign of falsehood, politically motivated and malicious attacks” against his person, integrity, and office.
He stated that he had spent over five decades building a reputation anchored on hard work, honour, and service to humanity.
“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.
“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 said.
