President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Mrs. Winifred Ekanem Oyo-Ita, as Acting Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.
A statement by Bolaji Adebiyi of the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, said that the appointment takes effect from Wednesday, October 21.
Oyo-Ita, who until her appointment, was the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Science and Technology, is from Odukpani local government area of Cross River State.
“The appointment is “a testimony of Mr. President’s implicit confidence and trust” in her ability to discharge the responsibilities of the office of Head of the Civil Service of the Federation,” the statement added.
Ekanem Oyo-Ita replaces Danladi Kifasi who was removed on Tuesday.
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