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Tinubu appoints Adeyinka Famadewa as Homeland Security Adviser – Technology Times
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Major General Adeyinka A. Famadewa (Rtd) as Special Adviser on Homeland Security.
Famadewa’s appointment reinforces the Federal Government’s drive to strengthen internal security coordination and expand intelligence-led operations amid Nigeria’s evolving security challenges, according to Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), who announced the appointment in a statement seen by Technology Times.
The SGF that the administration is committed to strengthening internal security coordination, enhancing intelligence-driven operations, and deepening inter-agency collaboration to address emerging security threats across the country.
Nigeria continues to confront multiple security challenges, including terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, communal violence, and organised crime, prompting the government to prioritise improved coordination across security institutions.
Between 2015 and 2021, Famadewa served as Principal General Staff Officer to the National Security Adviser at the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), where he played a central role in national security coordination.
Profiled: Major General Famadewa (Rtd), Homeland Security Adviser
Major General Famadewa (Rtd), a retired senior military intelligence officer, brings more than three decades of experience in national security strategy, counter-terrorism operations, intelligence coordination, and international security diplomacy.
The Federal Government expects his appointment to strengthen intelligence-led security management and improve collaboration among Nigeria’s security and intelligence agencies.
Between 2015 and 2021, Famadewa served as Principal General Staff Officer to the National Security Adviser at the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), where he played a central role in national security coordination.
During his tenure, he spearheaded the establishment of the Intelligence Fusion Centre (IFC), an integrated intelligence-sharing platform designed to improve coordination among the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and the Armed Forces.
The platform strengthens national threat assessment and improves strategic response coordination among agencies that previously operated in silos.
Security analysts have long argued that weak intelligence sharing and inter-agency rivalry undermine Nigeria’s response to complex security threats, making coordinated intelligence operations increasingly critical.
After retiring from military service, Famadewa joined the Nigerian Army Resource Centre in Abuja as Senior Research Fellow, where he focuses on policing reform, civil-security cooperation, and national security restructuring.
He also authored the monograph “Policing and National Security in Nigeria”, which examines frameworks for improving collaboration between civil institutions and security agencies.
President Tinubu expresses confidence that Famadewa will deploy his experience and strategic expertise to advance the administration’s goal of building a safer and more secure Nigeria through improved coordination of homeland security initiatives, intelligence integration, and proactive risk management.
The President also urges him to apply his professionalism and strategic insight in advancing national security priorities under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
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A former Chairman of Aare Latosa Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Oyo State, Hon. Adekunle Oladeji, has dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Oladeji, who left the APC, has joined the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).
DAILY POST gathered that Oladeji served as chairman of the LCDA during the tenure of the immediate past governor of the state, Senator Abiola Ajimobi.
The LCDA is one of the LCDAs under Ibadan North Local Government Area.
Our correspondent gathered that Oladeji’s father, Alhaji B.A.O. Oladeji, served as Oyo South Senatorial District Chairman of the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN), one of the political parties that merged to form the APC between 2014 and 2015.
His father remains a major stakeholder in the APC in the state.
DAILY POST gathered that while the father remains a key figure in the APC, the son has moved to the APM.
It was learnt that the younger Oladeji has publicly declared his support for the APM governorship candidate, Mr. Bimbo Adekanmbi, and Governor Seyi Makinde, who is the party’s presidential candidate.
Oladeji, when contacted, confirmed the development to DAILY POST on Saturday.
Speaking, he noted that he had dumped the APC and joined the APM ahead of the 2027 elections.
In a short message sent to DAILY POST, Oladeji said the news of his defection to the APM was true.
“Yes. It is confirmed,” he said.
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Historic Wheelchair Basketball Debut Ends In Heartbreak As Scotland Crush Nigeria, But Commonwealth Games Dream Lives On
Team Nigeria’s historic debut in wheelchair basketball at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games began with a tough lesson on Saturday as the women’s team suffered a 16-1 defeat to host nation Scotland in a Pool B encounter at SEC Hall 4.
Playing before a lively home crowd, the Scots produced a dominant display, combining clinical finishing, quick ball movement and disciplined defending to overwhelm the Nigerian side from the opening whistle.
Scotland seized control of the contest early, dictating possession and setting the tempo with relentless attacking play. Nigeria struggled to break through the hosts’ well-organised defence, while Scotland capitalised on almost every scoring opportunity to gradually extend their advantage.
Despite the one-sided scoreline, the Nigerian players refused to give up, battling until the final buzzer in what was their first taste of Commonwealth Games wheelchair basketball.
The defeat was a disappointing result for Team Nigeria, particularly after the country’s encouraging performances in other events, where the delegation has already secured three gold and three silver medals, all from para powerlifting, while the women’s 3×3 basketball team also opened its campaign with victory over the Cayman Islands.
However, beyond the result lies a story of history and progress.
The Glasgow Games mark the first time Nigeria has qualified a wheelchair basketball team for the Commonwealth Games, making the country’s participation a landmark achievement for the sport. Reaching the Games is the culmination of years of development and growing investment in para sports, placing Nigeria among the Commonwealth’s elite wheelchair basketball nations for the very first time.
Although Scotland proved too strong on the day, the defeat does not end Nigeria’s campaign.
The wheelchair basketball competition is being played in a round-robin group format, meaning every team is guaranteed additional Pool B matches before the knockout and classification stages. Nigeria therefore remains in contention and still has opportunities to improve its standing and fight for a place in the latter rounds.
For the coaching crew, the immediate challenge will be to analyse the shortcomings exposed by the hosts, rebuild confidence and prepare the players for the crucial fixtures ahead.
The experience gained against one of the tournament favourites could prove invaluable as the Nigerians continue their historic journey on the Commonwealth stage.
Sports247, reporting from Glasgow, observed that there was no sense of resignation in the Nigerian camp after the final whistle. Coaches and officials quickly rallied around the players, reminding them that this tournament is about far more than one result. As Nigeria’s first-ever wheelchair basketball team to qualify for the Commonwealth Games, they have already etched their names into the country’s sporting history.
With more Pool B matches still to come, Team Nigeria now has the chance to transform the disappointment of its opening defeat into renewed determination. Every remaining game offers another opportunity to chase a first Commonwealth Games victory, build valuable international experience and inspire the next generation of wheelchair basketball players across Nigeria.
Sports247 Medal Watch – Team Nigeria
🥇 Gold: 3
🥈 Silver: 3
🥉 Bronze: 0
Total: 6
Medal Winners
🥇 Esther Nworgu – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting (Commonwealth Games Record)
🥇 Folashade Oluwafemiayo – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (World Record)
🥇 Riluwan Idris – Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting
🥈 Roland Ezuruike – Men’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting
🥈 Esther Oyema – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting
🥈 Rita Ferdinand – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (World Record)
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