SOLUDO SWEARS IN 18 PERM SECS IN ANAMBRA

REPORTER: BEN ILECHUKWU

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has inaugurated 18 new Permanent Secretaries into the State Civil Service.

During the event at Government House, Awka, the Governor congratulated the appointees on what he described as merit-based appointment and emphasized the importance of adhering to their roles.

The Governor tasked the new permanent secretaries to the need to be mindful of their oath of allegiance and emphasized on the imperative of working deligently and in upholding justice.

The Governor, who acknowledged the challenging economic times, charged the permanent secretaries to deliver excellent service to the people of the state.

The Governor also urged the new permanent secretaries to take ownership of their roles and work collaboratively with Commissioners and other levels of government officials to propel Anambra State forward.

Earlier in a remark, the State Head of Service, Mrs. Theodora Igwegbe, recalled that an examination was conducted for the appointment of permanent secretaries, among many stringent processes.

She lauded the Governor for taking the time to personally interview and appoint the 18 permanent secretaries in the state.

This was the first time in the state, Permanent Secretaries were chosen through rigorous examinations and interviews, aimed at ensuring the most qualified candidates emerged.

EDITED BY CHUKWUBUIKE MADU