Tinubu summons Council of State, Police Council meetings for Thursday

By Egena Sunday Ode

The National Council of State (NCS) and the Police Council are billed to hold separate meetings at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Thursday.
While the Council of State meeting will hold by 10pm, that of the Police Council is scheduled for 2pm same day at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, Abuja
The Council of State meeting is usually presided over by the Preaident. Its the highest advisory body to the President.
Thursday’s meeting is expected to deliberate on national security issues and other matters of national importance.
A statement from the office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation said the scheduled meetings underscored Preident Tinubu’s commitment to addressing pressing national issues with a view to ensuring the safety and security of citizens.
The statement signed by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Segun Imohiosen, read:
“The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume, CON, has extended an invitation to members of the Council of State and Police Council to a hybrid strategic meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025.
“According to the Permanent Secretary, Cabinet Affairs Office, Dr. Emanso Okop Umobong, the meeting aims to discuss matters of national importance and key issues affecting national security and policing.
“Members are requested to participate either physically or virtually.
“This high-level meeting underscores President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to addressing pressing national issues and ensuring the safety and security of citizens.”