FIC Report (Osun State) – The Permanent Chairman of the Southern Nigerian Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), Arole Oodua Olofin Adimula and the Natural Head of the Oduduwa race worldwide, the Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, has congratulated retired Major General Adeyinka A. Famadewa following his appointment as Special Adviser on Homeland Security to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Ooni described the appointment as a well-deserved recognition of Famadewa’s years of sacrifice, professionalism and outstanding contributions to Nigeria’s security architecture and that
the retired army general has continued to distinguish himself as one of the finest sons of Ile-Ife through his dedication to national service and commitment to the security and unity of Nigeria.
“You are indeed a proud son of Ile-Ife whose remarkable service to the nation has brought honour and pride to the source,” the Ooni stated.
Ooni Ogunwusi commended President Tinubu for finding Famadewa worthy of the strategic national assignment, expressing confidence in the retired military officer’s ability to bring his vast experience in intelligence coordination, counter-terrorism and national security management to bear in the new role.
The Ooni noted that Famadewa’s over three decades of military experience, coupled with his role as Principal General Staff Officer to the Office of the National Security Adviser between 2015 and 2021, prepared him adequately for the responsibility.
He therefore praised the retired general for his contributions to the establishment of the Intelligence Fusion Centre (IFC), a coordinated intelligence-sharing platform involving major security agencies including the DSS, NIA, DIA, Nigeria Police Force and the Armed Forces.
According to the Ooni, the appointment reflects the confidence reposed in Famadewa’s expertise and integrity within Nigeria’s security establishment.
He further described the Ife-born retired general as a disciplined officer and strategic thinker whose research and policy contributions after retirement have continued to shape conversations around policing, civil-security cooperation and security sector reforms in the country.
The royal father prayed for wisdom, strength and divine guidance for Famadewa as he assumes the new office, urging him to continue serving the nation diligently while making Ile-Ife and the Yoruba race proud.
Alege Abdul Rasaq
FIC OSOGBO
