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OHCSF Dismisses Alleged Plot to Illegally Extend Permanent Secretary’s Tenure as Baseless
Joel Ajayi
The Office of Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has debunked a purported plan to unlawfully extend the tenure of Permanent Secretary Gabriel Aduda in collaboration with the Ministers of Defence.
This was contained in a statement signed by , mnipr, Director, Information and Public Relations Mrs. Eno Olotu on Thursday in Abuja.
According to the statement, the attention of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has been drawn to some online media reports alleging a purported plan by the Ministers of Defence and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to unlawfully extend the tenure of Mr. Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, Permanent Secretary representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
” The OHCSF categorically denies any plan to request the extension of the tenure of either Mr. Aduda or any other Permanent Secretary.
“Any decision concerning the retirement or tenure of a Permanent Secretary is made strictly following the rules and subject to the approval of the appropriate authority. We reiterate our unwavering adherence to the Public Service Rules, ensuring a secure and confident system.
“The Public Service Rules, 2021, Rule 020909 (b), stipulates that a Permanent Secretary shall hold office for four years and be renewable for a further term of four years, subject to satisfactory performance, and no more. These Rules are indeed the Law. They have been enforced and will continue to be applied in the Federal Civil Service.
“The HCSF, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, reiterates her unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law, transparency, and due process in managing human resources across the Service.
“She remains resolute in her commitment to merit-based leadership and accountability in public administration. Her steadfast commitment to transparency and integrity is a cornerstone of her leadership, ensuring the public’s trust in the Civil Service.
“The public is advised to ignore this and similar publications and avoid spreading misinformation that could create unnecessary tension or undermine public confidence in the Civil Service. We encourage citizens to rely on official sources for accurate information to avoid being misled.
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AUDA-NEPAD CEO Highlights Collaboration as Catalyst for Africa’s Economic Competitiveness
Joel Ajayi
The Chief Executive Officer and National Coordinator of AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria, Hon. Jabiru Salisu Abdullahi, has called for stronger public-private partnerships to boost Africa’s global competitiveness.
Speaking at the High-Level Business Forum 2025 organised by the NEPAD Business Group Nigeria in Lagos, Hon. Abdullahi said Africa’s transformation will be driven by enterprise, not aid.
He urged governments to create enabling environments that foster innovation, industrial growth, and sustainable development.
He reaffirmed AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria’s commitment to working with private sector actors and development partners to deliver key initiatives in agriculture, ICT, manufacturing, and renewable energy under the AU Agenda 2063 framework.
The event brought together top business and policy leaders, including representatives from the African Business Roundtable, the Bank of Industry, the Africa Finance Corporation, and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, among others.
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