Tinubu orders immediate deployment of four new permanent secretaries

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the immediate posting of four newly appointed Federal Permanent Secretaries as part of efforts to strengthen governance and enhance service delivery across key sectors.

In a statement released on Monday by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Eno Olotu, on behalf of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, the move was said to align with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and target more effective policy execution.

“The President has approved the deployment of four (4) Federal Permanent Secretaries, who were earlier appointed and sworn in,” the statement read.

According to the release, the appointments followed a competitive selection process and are aimed at improving inter-ministerial synergy and promoting sustainable development.

“The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and innovation to their new roles.”

The statement further noted that “their posting is designed to optimise performance, foster inter-ministerial collaboration, and drive sustainable development across key sectors of the economy.”

Those deployed include Bekearedebo Warrens, assigned to Political and Economic Affairs in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation; Dr. Kamil Shoretire, posted to the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment; Nkiruka Jones-Nebo, deployed to the Career Management Office in the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation; and Sani Aminu, assigned to Special Services in the Cabinet Affairs Office under the SGF’s office.

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, congratulated the appointees and urged them to deliver on their mandates.

“She emphasised the importance of professionalism, accountability, and result-oriented leadership in achieving the Federal Government’s developmental goals,” the statement said.

The deployment forms part of ongoing reforms within the federal civil service aimed at boosting efficiency and aligning public administration with national development priorities.