Africazine:
President Bola Tinubu has renewed the tenure of three key Permanent Secretaries in Nigeria’s Federal Civil Service.
The renewal, effective from April 27, 2026, applies to Kachallom Daju, Beatrice Jedy-Agba, and Dr. Mary Ogbe. This marks their second and final four-year term, as stipulated by the Public Service Rule.
Renewal of Tenure for Key Officials
The approval for the renewal of tenure was announced by Eno Olotu, the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. The officials affected include Kachallom Daju from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Beatrice Jedy-Agba from the Federal Ministry of Justice, and Dr. Mary Ogbe from the Ministry of Regional Development.
This decision aligns with the Public Service Rule (PSR) 020909, which allows Permanent Secretaries to serve an initial four-year term with the possibility of a second term based on satisfactory performance.
Nigeria: Key figures on Permanent Secretaries’ Tenure
- Effective date: April 27, 2026
- Second and final four-year term
Call for Excellence in Service Delivery
Didi Walson-Jack, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, congratulated the reappointed officials. She emphasized the importance of their renewed mandate, urging them to commit to greater dedication and excellence in their roles. Walson-Jack encouraged the officials to leverage their experiences and expertise for the nation’s benefit.
Next Steps for the Reappointed Officials
- Implementation of renewed mandates starting April 27, 2026
- Focus on enhancing service delivery in their respective ministries
These appointments reflect Nigeria’s commitment to effective governance and public service excellence.
