President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has created the office of Special Adviser on Homeland Security as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s internal security framework and improve coordination among security agencies.

The President also approved the appointment of retired Major General Adeyinka A. Fadewa to occupy the newly created position. The appointment was announced on Monday in Abuja through a statement issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).

The statement said the creation of the office reflects the administration’s commitment to tackling emerging security threats across the country through a more coordinated and intelligence-driven approach. According to the presidency, the new office will focus on enhancing homeland security operations, strengthening intelligence gathering, and improving collaboration among relevant agencies responsible for internal security.

Fadewa, a retired senior military officer, is said to possess extensive experience in national security management, counter-terrorism operations, strategic intelligence, and defence administration. Government officials expressed confidence that his military background and leadership experience would support ongoing efforts to address insecurity in different parts of the country.

President Tinubu noted that the appointment aligns with his administration’s broader security reform agenda aimed at protecting lives and property while improving national stability.

Political analysts say the establishment of the Homeland Security adviser role may further complement the responsibilities of the Office of the National Security Adviser headed by Nuhu Ribadu, particularly in the area of domestic security coordination.