The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has formally confirmed his marriage to Zynab Otiti Obanor. The senior government official described the union as a strictly private matter with no impact on his significant public responsibilities or political future.
A Union Kept from the Public Glare
It was gathered that the marriage was solemnised some time ago and was deliberately kept away from public attention. This move is said to align with Senator Akume's long-standing preference for privacy and his aversion to turning his personal life into a spectacle. A top aide, who spoke anonymously, strongly affirmed the SGF's position. “The SGF maintains an ironclad boundary between his personal life and his constitutional role. That has not changed and will not change,” the aide stated.
Reflecting a Career of Steadiness Over Drama
This personal revelation offers a rare look into the character of a politician known more for institutional steadiness than for flamboyance. Observers note that throughout his career—from his tenure as Governor of Benue State to his pivotal years in the Senate and now as the coordinator of the Federal Government's engine room—Akume has consistently prioritised quiet, effective service over public drama.
“This marriage reflects that same consistent disposition: measured, private, and entirely removed from the noisy arena of political point-scoring,” remarked a long-time associate of the SGF.
Who is Zynab Otiti Obanor?
The SGF's spouse, Zynab Otiti Obanor, is a well-regarded figure in philanthropic and development circles. She is known as a dedicated advocate with a focus on:
- Community empowerment
- Leadership development
- Fostering international dialogue
Associates describe her as impact-driven and similarly averse to the limelight, having built a respectable profile through sustained charitable work rather than publicity. A source close to the family noted, “She is a formidable professional in her own right, with a legacy of service that speaks for itself. Their relationship is one of mutual respect for each other’s independent standing.”
No Shift in Government Focus, Officials Insist
As news of the marriage generates curiosity in political and social circles, officials within the SGF's office remain emphatic that this personal milestone signals no change in the administration's focus. An official stated categorically, “The work of government continues uninterrupted. Coordination of ministries, implementation of the President’s agenda—that is the SGF’s total and unwavering priority.”
The narrative of Senator Akume's new chapter firmly fits his established political biography: a story defined by service first, discretion always, and a resolute commitment to ensuring that private joy never becomes a distraction from public duty.
