Nigeria, Sept. 9 -- Fresh details have emerged about why President Bola Tinubu sacked Fegho Umunubo, his Special Assistant on Digital and Creative Economy, who worked in the office of Vice President Kashim Shettima.

Sources in the presidency told PREMIUM TIMES that Mr Umunubo was dismissed after being linked to a series of scams in the creative industry, which he allegedly executed under the cover of his presidential office.

According to presidency sources, Mr Umunubo struck dubious sponsorship deals with filmmakers and creatives, promising government-backed funding and visibility that never materialised.

One of the most notable cases involves a sponsorship deal with author and filmmaker Arese Ugwu, creator of the "The Smart Money Woma...