President Bola Tinubu has relieved Fegho John Umunubo of his duties as Special Assistant on Digital and Creative Economy in the Office of the Vice President. The dismissal, announced on Monday, takes immediate effect and comes with a warning to stakeholders and the general public not to engage in any dealings with the former aide on behalf of the government.
In a statement issued by Abiodun Oladunjoye, Director of Information and Public Relations at the State House, the presidency made it clear that Umunubo no longer represents the Tinubu administration in any capacity. The notice emphasized that anyone conducting business with him while invoking the authority of the government would be doing so at their own risk.
“Stakeholders and constituents of the digital and creative economy, at home and abroad, as well as the general public are hereby notified that Fegho John Umunubo, who hitherto served as Special Assistant to the President on Digital and Creative Economy (Office of the Vice President), has been disengaged with immediate effect,” the statement read. “Kindly note that he no longer represents this administration in any capacity.”
The presidency further urged all actors in the digital and creative sector to take note of the development and ensure they avoid unauthorized dealings that could compromise the government’s interests. While no reason was given for Umunubo’s sudden removal, the clear and stern tone of the announcement underscored the seriousness with which the Tinubu administration intends to manage its appointments.
The digital and creative economy has been identified by the current administration as a key driver of innovation, investment, and youth employment in Nigeria. The dismissal of Umunubo signals both a shake-up in that space and a reminder of the government’s insistence on accountability and clarity in representation.
