Special Adviser to the President (Nigeria)

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A Special Adviser to the President is a supporting role in the executive arm of the Government of Nigeria, whose duty is to assist the President of Nigeria in the performance of his functions. Special Advisers are appointed by the President with confirmation by the National Assembly, but the President can dismiss them at will, and their appointment ceases once the President ceases to hold office.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

The number of Special Advisers that a President can appoint and their remuneration and allowances is determined by law or by resolution of the National Assembly.[1] Femi Adesina is the Special Adviser to the President on media and publicity.

  1. ^ a b "Constitution of Nigeria (1999) - Section 151". Wikisource. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
  2. ^ "President Buhari Seeks Approval Of 15 Special Advisers". Sahara Reporters. 10 July 2019. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
  3. ^ QueenEsther Iroanusi (23 July 2019). "Senate approves Buhari's request for 15 Special Advisers". Premium Times. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
  4. ^ "House of Reps approve Buhari's request to appoint 15 Special Advisers". Vanguard (Nigeria). 18 July 2019. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
  5. ^ "Reps approve Buhari's request to appoint 15 Special Advisers". The Punch. 18 July 2019. Retrieved 21 May 2020.
  6. ^ "Buhari Re-Appoints Femi Adesina, Garba Shehu As Media Aides". Channels TV. 21 August 2019. Retrieved 21 May 2020.