President Tinubu Presides Over FEC Meeting, Swears in NASC Members and New Permanent Secretaries

President Tinubu, on Monday, May 5, 2025, presided over a pivotal meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the State House in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. In a move that reflects his administration’s ongoing commitment to institutional strengthening and service delivery, President Tinubu also used the occasion to swear in the newly appointed Chairman and members of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), along with two Permanent Secretaries-designate for the Federal Civil Service.

The swearing-in ceremony took place just before the commencement of the council meeting and was attended by top-tier government officials, including Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) George Akume, and other dignitaries.

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Strengthening Legislative Institutions Across Nigeria

Dr. Saviour Enyiekere, an environmental expert and former Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President, was sworn in as the Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission. Enyiekere will now assume leadership of the commission for a renewable five-year term. His appointment is seen as strategic, given his vast administrative experience and understanding of legislative processes.

President Tinubu, who administered the oath of office, expressed confidence in Enyiekere’s capability to lead the commission into a more productive and transparent era. He charged him and his team to uphold the highest standards of public service, ensuring accountability and integrity within the National Assembly’s administrative framework.

In his brief remarks, Enyiekere pledged his commitment to promoting meritocracy, professionalism, and effective service delivery within the commission.

Diverse Representation from All Geopolitical Zones

Twelve other members representing Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones were also sworn in, ensuring balanced regional representation in line with the federal character principle. These members include:

• Northwest: Suleiman Hunkuyi and Yusuf Tabuka
• Northeast: Aminu Malle and Lawan Mahmud
• Northcentral: Mark Tersoo and Salihu Balogun
• Southwest: Taiwo Olukemi Oluga and Afeez Ipeza-Balogun
• Southeast: Dr. Nnanna Kalu and Festus Odii
• South-South: Patrick Giwa and Mary Ekpenyong

Each commissioner brings a unique blend of experience in legislative affairs, public administration, and governance, aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of the commission.

Their primary responsibilities will involve ensuring smooth operations within the National Assembly bureaucracy, fostering career progression for staff, and facilitating institutional reforms that improve legislative service delivery.

New Permanent Secretaries Tasked with Civil Service Reform

In addition to the NASC appointees, President Tinubu also administered the oath of office to two new Permanent Secretaries in the Federal Civil Service — Dr. Mukthar Malam Madori and Rafiu Adelana. Their appointments are part of broader efforts by the Tinubu-led administration to revamp the civil service and promote a culture of competence, efficiency, and accountability.

Dr. Madori, a career public servant from Jigawa State, has a rich history in policy formulation and public sector reform. Rafiu Adelana, from Ogun State, is widely respected for his work in administrative law and service delivery frameworks. The President urged both appointees to serve with diligence and to remain focused on driving reform initiatives within their respective ministries.

“The Nigerian civil service must not only be an engine of governance but also an embodiment of excellence and innovation,” President Tinubu stated during the ceremony. He reminded the new permanent secretaries that public trust and national development goals rest heavily on their shoulders.

A Meeting of Strategic Importance

Following the swearing-in, the Federal Executive Council meeting commenced, with deliberations reportedly focused on critical national issues including economic reforms, infrastructure development, security strategies, and the review of pending executive bills. Though details of the meeting were not made public at the time of this report, insiders suggest that discussions centered on accelerating the implementation of key aspects of the “Renewed Hope Agenda” — Tinubu’s policy blueprint aimed at revitalizing Nigeria’s economy and governance systems.

This FEC meeting is the latest in a series of high-level engagements that underscore the administration’s drive to stabilize the economy, improve public sector accountability, and ensure nationwide service delivery.

 Excellence in Public Service

Monday’s events sent a strong message about President Tinubu’s commitment to inclusive governance, merit-based appointments, and public sector reforms. By appointing a diverse and experienced set of officials across the legislative and civil service arms, the President has demonstrated a hands-on approach in reshaping Nigeria’s administrative institutions.

As these newly sworn-in officials settle into their roles, the expectations are high. Nigerians will be watching to see how their work contributes to building a more efficient, transparent, and citizen-focused governance system in line with the President’s vision.