President Bola Tinubu has sworn in five new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in the federal civil service. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja, prior to the Federal Executive Council meeting, which the President presided over. The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries are Alhaji Abdulkarim Ibrahim, representing the North Central region, Dr. John Ezeamama, Dr. Abdul Sule Garba from the North West, Dr. Ishiyaku Mohammed from the North East, and Dr. Ukaire Binyerem Chigbowu from the South East.
The President administered the oath of office to the new appointees, formalizing their entry into their respective roles. Additionally, Mr. Tinubu swore in Aminu Yusuf as the Chairman of the National Population Commission, along with two other commissioners. The ceremony also included a moment of silence in honor of former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb. Joy Ogwu, who passed away on October 13 at the age of 79.
The appointment of new Permanent Secretaries is part of the federal government’s efforts to fill key positions and ensure the smooth operation of the civil service. The Federal Executive Council, which the President presides over, is responsible for advising the government on major policy decisions and overseeing the implementation of national programs. The new appointees are expected to play crucial roles in shaping and implementing policies in their respective regions and ministries.
The National Population Commission, which Aminu Yusuf has been appointed to lead, is responsible for conducting census and other demographic surveys, providing critical data for national development planning. The commission’s work is essential for understanding population trends, urbanization, and migration patterns, which inform policy decisions on healthcare, education, and infrastructure development.
The swearing-in ceremony marks an important step in the government’s efforts to strengthen its administrative capacity and ensure effective governance. As the new appointees assume their roles, they will be expected to work closely with other government agencies and stakeholders to address the country’s development challenges and promote national growth.