Thursday, June 4, 2026

The Sun Nigeria

53 candidates progress in Federal Civil Service permanent secretary selection

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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja

Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to merit-based appointments following the conclusion of the first stage in the selection process for Permanent Secretary positions within the Federal Civil Service.

According to a statement issued by Director of Information and Public Relations, Eno Olotu, out of 73 accredited candidates, 70 participated in the written examination, with 53 successfully advancing to the next phase, underscoring the wealth of talent within the service.

The next assessment, an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) proficiency test, is set for Wednesday, 17th September 2025, aimed at evaluating candidates’ digital skills essential for modern governance.

Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, described the selection exercise as credible, competitive, and aligned with the government’s vision for a professional and accountable public service. She emphasized the commitment to promoting only competent, integrity-driven, and visionary leaders to the highest ranks of the civil service.

The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation assured Nigerians that the process is conducted with fairness and integrity, supporting the broader government reforms for effective public service leadership.