18 Directors Fail Written Exam For Permanent Secretaries Selection Process

18 out of 29 Directors have failed the first-tier written examination for candidates aspiring to become Permanent Secretaries in the Federal Civil Service.

A statement issued by Mrs. Eno Olotu, Director, Information and Public Relations, Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation(OHCSF), explained that a total of 29 candidates participated in the rigorous assessment, with 11 successfully meeting the required standards to proceed to the next stage.

Olotu reaffirmed the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation dedication to meritocracy, transparency, and fairness in the appointment of Permanent Secretaries, adding that the outcome of the examination reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that only the most competent and qualified individuals advance to leadership roles, in line with the vision for an efficient and professional public service.

According to her, “The next phase of the selection process is a proficiency test in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), scheduled for Wednesday, 12th February 2025.

“This stage is a critical component of the Permanent Secretary examination, designed to assess candidates’ digital competencies, a necessity for leading a technologically driven and innovative public sector.”

Reacting to the results, the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack,emphasised that the selection process remains competitive, credible, and aligned with the nation’s governance and accountability objectives.

She reiterated the administration’s unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards in leadership selection, ensuring that the public service is led by visionary and competent professionals.