Tinubu appoints Didi Esther Walson-Jack as Head of Civil Service

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Didi Esther Walson-Jack as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 14, 2024.

The announcement was made by presidential spokesman Ajuri Ngelale.

“Mrs. Walson-Jack was appointed Federal Permanent Secretary in 2017 and has served in several Ministries. She will take over from Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, CFR, who retires on August 13, 2024,” Ngelale stated.

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President Tinubu expressed gratitude to the outgoing Head of Service for her service and urged Walson-Jack to perform her duties with innovation, integrity, and strict adherence to the Civil Service regulations.

9 Key Facts About Didi Esther Walson-Jack:

1. Education: Attended Federal Government Girls’ College, Benin City, and Federal Government College, Ilorin.

2. Pioneering Achievements: One of the first Unity School-educated individuals to become Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education.

3. Legal Background: Holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Lagos and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1987.

4. Personal Life: Married to Hon. Nimi Walson-Jack, former General Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association and a leading Civic Educator.

5. Permanent Secretary Appointment: First appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari in 2017.

6. Leadership Roles: Has held leadership positions in the Service Welfare Office, Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs, Federal Ministries of Power, Water Resources, and Sanitation.

7. Career Excellence: Known for her commitment, competence, and administrative brilliance in various governance roles.

8. Recent Appointment: Appointed Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education by President Bola Tinubu.

9. National Honor: Conferred with the Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) by the Buhari administration on May 28, 2023.

Walson-Jack’s extensive experience and commitment to public service position her as a promising leader for Nigeria’s civil service.