President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has approved the appointment of five (5) new Permanent Secretaries to fill existing vacancies in the Federal Civil Service.
The newly appointed Permanent Secretaries are:
(i) Ibrahim Abdulkarim Ozi – Federal Capital Territory
(ii) Ezemama John Chidiebere – Imo State
(iii) Garba Abdul Sule Usman – North Central Geo-Political Zone
(iv) Mohammed Musa Ishiyaku – North East Geo-Political Zone
(v) Ukaire Binyerem Chigbowu – South East Geo-Political Zone
The appointments followed a rigorous and transparent selection process in line with the Administration’s commitment to meritocracy and excellence in the Civil Service.
The new Permanent Secretaries bring a wealth of experience and expertise to their roles, which will further strengthen the delivery of Public Services and support the government’s development agenda.
While congratulating the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, commended President Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to entrenching the principles of transparency, meritocracy, and professionalism in the Civil Service.
She emphasized that these appointments reflect the administration’s dedication to fostering a competent and results-oriented Public Service that meets the needs of Nigerians.
Signed
Mrs. Eno Olotu, FCAI, mnipr
Director, Information and Public Relations
Email: eno.olotu@ohcsf.gov.ng
3rd November, 2025
