The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation has announced that seven candidates have been shortlisted for the oral interview stage in the ongoing selection process for appointing Permanent Secretaries in the Federal Civil Service after satisfying the required marks to advance to the third and concluding stage of the exercise.
This progression underscores the government’s dedication to a transparent and merit-based selection process, ensuring that only the most qualified individuals ascend to these pivotal leadership roles. The shortlisted candidates have successfully navigated previous stages, including a comprehensive written examination and an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) proficiency test, which evaluated their knowledge, skills, and readiness to lead at the highest levels of public service.
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to fairness and excellence in the selection process. She emphasized that the invitation of these candidates to the oral interview stage reflects the government’s resolve to appoint leaders of integrity, competence, and vision, capable of steering the Federal Civil Service toward achieving national development goals.
The upcoming oral interviews will provide a platform to assess the candidates’ leadership qualities, policy-making acumen, and strategic vision. The government remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that the final appointees possess the expertise and professionalism necessary to fulfill the mandate of the Federal Civil Service.
The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation extends its best wishes to the candidates and anticipates concluding the selection process in a manner that exemplifies fairness, transparency, and adherence to the principles of meritocracy.
Signed
Mrs. Eno Olotu, mnipr
Director, Information and Public Relations
12th February, 2025
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