President Tinubu names Fadewa as Homeland security adviser

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Maj.-Gen. Adeyinka Fadewa (rtd.) as the Special Adviser on Homeland Security.

The appointment was officially confirmed on Monday through a circular signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume.

The circular was conveyed through the Permanent Secretary, General Services Office, Dr Ibrahim Kana.

Tinubu said the appointment recognised Fadewa’s outstanding service record, strategic expertise, and enduring contributions to Nigeria’s national security architecture.

He said the decision reflected his administration’s resolve to strengthen internal security coordination across relevant institutions.