Akume Appoints Odunuga As Media Adviser

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume has appointed renowned journalist, Yomi Odunuga, as his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity.

A statement released on Thursday revealed that the appointment takes immediate effect.

Until his appointment, Odunuga was a deputy editor with The Nation Newspaper.

Born on June 2, 1966, Odunuga a poet, lyricist, reporter, and columnist, started his journalism career with The PUNCH newspaper over 27 years ago.

He was, for several years, the State House Correspondent of the newspaper where he maintained two columns– ‘Life in Abuja’ and the popular weekend treat called, ‘Inside Aso Rock’.

His insightful and critical analysis of the intriguing politics of that period earned him accolades and recognition which later saw him being promoted to the position of Abuja Bureau Chief of the newspaper.

In 2006, he was elevated to the position of Group Political Editor but later joined The Nation newspaper as an Assistant Editor and Bureau Chief in Abuja.

In 2019, Odunuga was appointed as Special Adviser, Media and Publicity to the Deputy President of the 9th Senate, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege.

He thereafter returned to The Nation with the responsibility of conducting special interviews, in addition to writing incisive and analytical articles.