George Akume
George Akume is a seasoned Nigerian politician and the current Secretary to the Government of the Federation. A former Governor of Benue State, he has been an influential figure in the APC and has faced recent criticism from party members regarding his political relationships.
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Senator George Akume was present at the swearing-in ceremony of Tunji Disu.
IG Inaugurates Committee for Reform
Nigeria· 2026-03-04
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, would lead the delegation.
Tinubu sends delegation to Jesse Jackson’s funeralNigeria· 2026-03-04
George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation who was present at the meeting.
Police Council Confirms Olatunji Disu as Substantive IGNigeria· 2026-03-02
Senator George Akume led the dignitaries at the 60th remembrance of Samuel Ladoke Akintola.
Samuel Ladoke Akintola's Life Celebrated 60 Years OnNigeria· 2026-01-29
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, attended the event.
Tinubu, govs mark Armed Forces Day across NigeriaNigeria· 2026-01-16
George Akume described Buhari as a patriot and disciplined leader who served Nigeria with honor and integrity.
Nigeria Mourns, Flags at Half-MastNigeria· 2025-07-13
The President then mandated the SGF and AGF to work on the bottlenecks and concerns raised by the governors.
N4.5tn Stalled, Govts Defy Court RulingNigeria· 2025-07-11
George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
Benue, Nasarawa Vie for Top SlotNigeria· 2025-06-30
Senator George Akume has dismissed reports suggesting that President Bola Tinubu has removed him from office.
Akume Denies Sack Amidst Tinubu RumoursNigeria· 2025-06-29Senator George Akume is confirmed to remain as Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
Akume Remains SGF: Presidency Denies ReplacementNigeria· 2025-06-29
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, who is from Benue State, also issued a statement.
Tinubu, Misinformation, and the Roots of ViolNigeria· 2025-06-28
Senator George Akume lauded Tinubu’s administration for initiating tough reforms.
Police deny election rigging in NigeriaNigeria· 2025-06-24
Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the President said that the Arterial Road N5 represented what Nigerians can achieve when vision meets action.
Tinubu Praises Abuja Development: Wike's TransformationNigeria· 2025-06-20
Senator George Akume is a member of the peace committee and attended the town hall meeting.
Tinubu's Peace Committee – Can it Stop the BNigeria· 2025-06-19
Secretary to the Government of the Federation George Akume attended the meeting.
Tinubu Orders Arrests, Proposes Peace CommitNigeria· 2025-06-18He was received by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.
Tinubu Visits Benue Attack SurvivorsNigeria· 2025-06-18
Senator George Akume received Tinubu during his visit to Benue State.
Tinubu Orders Arrests, Directs Security ChieNigeria· 2025-06-18Senator George Akume convened a consultative meeting with stakeholders ahead of President Tinubu's visit.
Gov, Assembly Clash Amidst Federal InterventNigeria· 2025-06-18
George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, called for military operations to restore peace in Benue State.
Benue Killings: Military Launches ManhuntNigeria· 2025-06-17
Senator George Akume attended the joint session with President Bola Tinubu and other lawmakers.
844 Senate Bills Passed: Akpabio's Democracy Day ReportNigeria· 2025-06-12Tinubu was accompanied by top government functionaries, including Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
Tinubu Addresses N'Assembly on Democracy DayNigeria· 2025-06-12
George Akume addressed a letter to President Bola Tinubu appealing for leniency on behalf of the health workers.
1,500 Unpaid for 20 MonthsNigeria· 2025-06-11
Senator George Akume was appointed as chairman of the inter-ministerial committee for the 2025 Democracy Day celebration.
FG begins preparations for 2025 Democracy Day, unveils activitiesNigeria· 2025-06-05
George Akume, the SGF, endorsed NEAPS 2025 and highlighted its purpose to recognize exceptional public service.
SGF, firm partner to recognise excellence in public serviceNigeria· 2025-06-03
Senator George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation referenced in the article.
North Central APC, minister trade words over 2023 gov electionNigeria· 2025-06-02
Sen. George Akume spoke at the inauguration ceremony on behalf of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
FG sets up committee to drive digital public infrastructureNigeria· 2025-05-27
George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, was present at the meeting endorsing President Tinubu.
N'Central APC govs back Tinubu for 2027 presidencyNigeria· 2025-05-22
The choice of Senator George Akume as Secretary to the Government of the Federation, a Christian, was particularly appreciated as a sign of positive change.
Tinubu pledges zero-tolerance for crime, insurgency in NigeriaNigeria· 2025-05-16
SGF, George Akume made this known during a high-level meeting with Honourable Ministers and Chief Executive Officers of key Ministries, Departments, and Agencies involved in climate and disaster management.
Tinubu's administration committed to tackling flooding, desertification – SGFNigeria· 2025-05-13
Tinubu was received by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
Tinubu returns to Abuja after UK, France tripNigeria· 2025-04-21