Nnaji’s clearance occurs in spite of an apparent certificate fabrication controversy involving his degree and National Youth Service Corps certifications, according to Premium Times.
Days after news of the incident surfaced, the former minister tendered his resignation in October 2025.
Clearance of group defects
Defence for Democracy, a civil society organization, reacted by criticizing the PDP group for removing Nnaji.
Emeka Nwachukwu, the group’s national president, said in a statement that by clearing him, the party ran the risk of hurting its chances of winning the Enugu governorship.
The group stated, “The people of Enugu State deserve leaders whose records can withstand public scrutiny without fear or controversy.”
“We therefore find it strange that people can move from controversy to ambition without addressing the questions hanging over their names,” the statement continued.
The organization claimed the accusation raised moral concerns about integrity and public confidence and called on the PDP national leadership to step in.
Additionally, it suggested that Nnaji clear his record before pursuing his goal of becoming governor.
