President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over the inaugural session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The meeting commenced shortly after noon on Monday and is attended by prominent officials, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Secretary to the Government of the Federation Sen. George Akume, and Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan. Other participants comprise Chief of State to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, new ministers, and key government functionaries.
The Federal Executive Council is established under the Ministers’ Statutory Powers and Duties Act, functioning as an advisory body to the President, who holds the position of the FEC’s chairman.
Its role involves providing guidance to the President to determine the strategic course of the government. While the President remains the ultimate authority in executive decision-making, the FEC plays a crucial role in shaping the government’s direction.
Serving as the federal government’s cabinet, the FEC is an integral part of the executive branch. Its members are appointed by and are accountable to the President.
This gathering follows the recent inauguration of 45 ministers by President Tinubu, as they take up their roles in his administration.
