US EditionBREAKING: George Akume Remains SGF - Presidency
- On Saturday night, the Presidency confirmed that Senator George Akume continues to serve in his current role as the head of the federal government secretariat, with no alterations to his position.
- This statement responded to false social media reports claiming Akume was replaced by Hadiza Bala Usman, with the Presidency attributing the rumors to agents of mischief.
- Bayo Onanuga, who advises the President on communication and strategy matters, clarified that the reports are false and confirmed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has not announced any new appointments.
- The Presidency urged Nigerians to disregard the fake news, calling it fabricated misinformation, while also noting that President Tinubu is currently in Saint Lucia.
- This clarification maintains the status quo of Akume's role and signals no reshuffling within the government amid ongoing unfounded rumors.
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‘Akume remains SGF’, Presidency shoots down rumour – Daily Trust
The Presidency has denied reports making the rounds that the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, has been replaced. In messages circulating on social media, Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination, was named as Akume’s replacement. But debunking the report late Saturday, Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, said “there has been no change in…
Sen. Akume Remains Secretary To Government Of The Federation Amid Removal Rumours
The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) has officially dismissed rumors circulating online and in some media outlets about the alleged removal of Senator George Akume, CON, from his position as SGF by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. In a press statement released today, Segun Imohiosen Director, Information & Public Relations, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation on Sunday,, June 29, 2025, t…
Presidency Reaffirms George Akume’s Role as SGF Amid Political Speculation
The Nigerian Presidency, on June 29, 2025, categorically dismissed rumors that Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume had been replaced, labeling the claims as “baseless misinformation.” Spokesman Bayo Onanuga, in a statement from Saint Lucia, where President Bola Tinubu is on a diplomatic visit, affirmed Akume’s continued leadership in coordinating government policies. The rumors surfaced after the resignation of APC N…
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