July 12, 2025
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has confirmed the appointment of celebrated journalist, Yomi Odunuga as his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity contrary to insinuations to the contrary.
Terrence Kuanum, Special Adviser on Public Affairs, Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), in a statement, said that the appointment of Odunuga “received the approval of SGF Akume on Thursday, July 10, 2025 following which the newly appointed Special Adviser was mandated to commence active functions.
“On the same day, in line with the authorisation given him by his new employer, Mr. Odunuga had signed a statement in his new capacity issued to the press debunking the rumours linking the SGF to the position of National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
“However, in line with due process as required under the Public Service Rules (PSR), the new Special Adviser is undergoing documentation in the office of the SGF for seamless incorporation into the staff of the office.
“SGF Akume reiterates his confidence in the capacity of Mr. Odunuga to bring his wealth of experience and proven track record as a journalist of sterling qualities to bear on the overall image of the office of the SGF.”
The public is hereby urged to disregard any insinuation to the contrary regarding the appointment of Mr. Odunuga by the SGF as has been circulated in sections of the mainstream media.
Mr. Segun Imohiosen, the Director, Information and Public Relations, had, in a statement, said that no such appointment was made, but swiftly countering his position, Kuanum had urged the public “to disregard any insinuation to the contrary regarding the appointment of Mr. Odunuga by the SGF.”
