Just In: President Tinubu Announces Eight New Permanent Secretaries

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eight new permanent secretaries in the Federal Civil Service to fill existing and upcoming vacancies across various states and geopolitical zones.

The new appointees include:

Onwusoro Maduka Ihemelandu (Abia State)

Ndiomu Ebiogeh Philip (Bayelsa State)

Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia (Ebonyi State)

Ogbodo Chinasa Nnam (Enugu State)

Kalba Danjuma Usman (Gombe State)

Usman Salihu Aminu (Kebbi State)

Oyekunle Patience Nwakuso (Rivers State)

Nadungu Gagare (Kaduna State)

This marks the second group of permanent secretaries appointed by the president, following the initial appointments made in June 2024.

According to a statement from the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, the selection process for the new appointees was thorough and based on merit.

President Tinubu has called on the newly appointed officials to exhibit dedication, efficiency, and creativity in their roles, emphasizing their critical contributions to national development.