SGF Invites Council of State, Police Council to Strategic Meeting

SGF Invites Council of State, Police Council to Strategic Meeting

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, has extended an invitation to members of the Council of State and Police Council to a hybrid strategic meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025. According to the Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Affairs Office, Dr. Emanso Okop Umobong, the meeting aims to discuss matters of national importance and key issues affecting national security and policing. “Members are requested to participate either physically or virtually. “This high-level meeting underscores President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to addressing pressing national issues and ensuring the safety and security of citizens,” Umobong pointed out. The meeting details are as follows: – Meeting with the Council of State at 1:00 pm, while meeting with the Police Council is slated 2:00 pm at the Council Chambers, Aso Villa.

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Presidency Debunks Rumours, Confirms George Akume Remains SGF

The Presidency has firmly denied reports suggesting that Senator George Akume has been removed from his role as Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), describing such claims as false and misleading. In a statement issued on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, the Presidency affirmed that Senator Akume remains in office and continues to carry out his official duties. “There has been no change in the status of His Excellency, Senator George Akume, as Secretary to the Government of the Federation,” the statement read. The clarification follows widespread speculation on social media alleging a shake-up in the federal cabinet. The Presidency, however, attributed the rumours to “mischief makers” and advised the public to disregard the reports. President Tinubu, who is currently in Saint Lucia, has not made any new appointments, the statement added. The government urged Nigerians to verify information from credible sources before sharing, warning against the spread of fake news capable of inciting unnecessary tension.

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