George Akume
NigeriapoliticianMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.00%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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George Akume signed the circular titled 'Implementation of the National Guideline on Debarment of Contractors.'
FG unveils five-year blacklist for defaulting contractorsNigeria· 2026-09-28George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, represented President Bola Tinubu at the event.
EFCC tasks pastors, imams on anti-corruption preachingNigeria· 2026-09-24
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has been representing the President at official events.
Tinubu extends Europe vacation, sets weekend returnNigeria· 2026-09-22
The directive was contained in a circular dated August 13, 2026, issued by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
MDAs’ foreign trips gulp N50bn in three years – ReportNigeria· 2026-09-21
The President was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Dr George Akume.
Tinubu unveils four-year action plan to end child labourNigeria· 2026-09-17
George Akume, who represented the President at the summit, said the creation of regional development commissions was part of the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
Tinubu orders release of funds to regional commissionsNigeria· 2026-09-14
The goodwill message was delivered on behalf of President Bola Tinubu by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
Tinubu urges clerics to speak out against terrorism, banditrNigeria· 2026-08-10
George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation who praised the project as a statement of confidence in Nigeria.
Lokpobiri, Fubara Inaugurate Protective Coating PlantNigeria· 2026-07-31
George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation who was urged to explain the role of his office.
House Under Pressure to Summon GbajabiamiNigeria· 2026-07-28
George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation who is set to be questioned regarding the PFIPC.
ICPC Grills Embattled DG Over Fake PFIPC Agency ProbeNigeria· 2026-07-23
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has been accused of withholding his appointment letter.
Power Tussle Rocks Presidency Over Tinubu’Nigeria· 2026-07-19
Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, stated this on Wednesday.
"Your Work is Patriotism in Action for NiNigeria· 2026-07-08
Senator George Akume is the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
FG Targets ₦2.5tn Independent Revenue in 2026Nigeria· 2026-06-30
Senator George Akume's message conveyed by Warren Augusta emphasized the project's alignment with efforts to tackle Nigeria’s housing deficit.
FHA Secures Land in 28 States for Affordable HousingNigeria· 2026-06-25
Senator George Akume was present at the swearing-in ceremony of Tunji Disu.
IG Inaugurates Committee for ReformNigeria· 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· 2025-06-28Senator 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