President Bola Tinubu through his Media Assistant, Ajuri Ngelale, yesterday, announced the appointment of Didi Walson-Jack as Nigeria’s new Head of Civil Service with effect from August 14, 2024.
According to the statement President Tinubu charged the incoming Head of Service to bring innovative ideas, integrity, and a strict adherence to the rules and regulations of the Civil Service of the Federation to her new role.
Let’s take a closer look at the impressive profile of Dame Didi Esther, the newly appointed Head of Civil Service of Nigeria. With a wealth of experience and a track record of achievements, she is well-equipped to excel in her new role.
Read patiently as we delve into her background and highlight her notable accomplishments, positions held, and qualifications that make her the ideal candidate for the task entrusted to her by the President.
Background profile of the new Head of Civil Service of the federation, Didi Walson-Jack
- Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education
Dame Esther Didi spearheaded the effective implementation of approved policies, priorities, and ministerial mandates in the education sector, contributing to the transformation of Nigeria’s education sector through her expertise.
- Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Bayelsa State Ministry of Justice
Didi Walson-Jack established and secured financial independence for the Administrator-General’s Department in Bayelsa State. She also set up the Directorate of Citizens Rights in Bayelsa State. She as well published the maiden edition of the Laws of Bayelsa State, Bayelsa State Law Reports, and The Justice Gazette of the Ministry of Justice, Bayelsa State during her service as the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Bayelsa State Ministry of Justice.
- Deputy Chief of Staff, Government House, Bayelsa State
She served as the Deputy Chief of Staff, Government House, Bayelsa State Providing strategic support to the then Governor of the state, demonstrating her ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
- Commissioner, Ministry of Science, Technology and Manpower Development, Bayelsa State
She was the pioneer Commissioner of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Manpower Development, Bayelsa State, developing the framework of the new ministry, honing her ability to initiate and implement new ideas and projects.
- Assistant Director, Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs
She contributed to the development of policies and programs for the Niger Delta region when she served as the Assistant Director in the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs.
Deputy Director, Federal Civil Service
She participated in the development of policies and programs for the federal civil service and demonstrated ability to work at a high level in the federal civil service.
Overall, Dame Didi Esther Walson-Jack is a highly accomplished public servant with a strong background in law, legislative drafting, and public administration.
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