Tinubu Deploys Four Permanent Secretaries, Targets Faster Policy Delivery

By Ranti Thomas

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the immediate posting of four newly appointed permanent secretaries, in a move aimed at strengthening coordination within the federal civil service.

The directive, announced by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, is part of efforts to improve efficiency and accelerate implementation of government policies.

According to the statement, the officials were earlier appointed and sworn in before being assigned to strategic roles across key government offices.

Among the deployments, Bekearedebo Warrens was posted to Political and Economic Affairs in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, while Dr Kamil Shoretire was assigned to the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Nkiruka Jones-Nebo will serve in the Career Management Office under the civil service headquarters, while Sani Aminu has been placed in Special Services within the Cabinet Affairs Office.

Officials said the postings were designed to enhance collaboration between ministries and ensure smoother execution of government programmes.

The appointments followed a competitive selection process, with authorities noting that the new permanent secretaries bring experience and technical expertise to their roles.

Head of the Civil Service, Didi Walson-Jack, charged the appointees to prioritise professionalism, accountability, and measurable results in carrying out their responsibilities.

The deployment also aligns with the administration’s broader reform agenda focused on improving service delivery and institutional performance.

Analysts say such strategic postings are critical in ensuring that policy decisions translate into real outcomes across ministries and agencies.

With the new placements now in effect, attention shifts to how the officials will drive coordination and deliver on key government priorities.

The move underscores ongoing efforts to reposition the civil service as a more efficient engine for national development.

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