Promotion in FCT civil service merit-based, says commission
The Federal Capital Territory Civil Service Commission says promotion is merit-based, competitive and depends on available vacancies.
The chairman of the commission, Emeka Ezeh, said this in a statement on Wednesday, advising prospective candidates for the 2026 promotion exercise to begin preparations early.
Mr Ezeh disclosed that the FCT minister, Nyesom Wike, had directed the commission to immediately commence the 2026 promotion exercise to ensure eligible officers were promoted as and when due, without unnecessary delays.
He said the directive reflects the administration’s determination to complement the ongoing infrastructural transformation across the FCT with staff welfare and career development.
He noted that the move would ensure civil servants also benefit from the achievements recorded under the President Bola Tinubu administration as it marks its third anniversary.
The chairman added that Mr Wike has approved the promotion of 3,592 civil servants following the successful conclusion of the 2025 promotion exercise conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission.
According to him, the promotion reflects the FCT Administration’s commitment to staff welfare in line with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
He commended Mr Wike for the support that enabled the commission to carry out its statutory responsibilities smoothly and efficiently.
“Recall that from June 8 to July 17, 2026, the FCT had witnessed the inauguration and flag-off of over 30 projects to commemorate the third-year anniversary of Tinubu. The workers will not be left out in the celebration,” he said.
Mr Ezeh praised the civil servants for their peaceful and orderly conduct throughout the 2025 promotion exercise, urging officers expected to participate in the 2026 exercise to maintain the same level of discipline and professionalism.
He also expressed appreciation to the leadership of the Joint Union Action Committee for its cooperation and support, which contributed to the successful conduct of the promotion exercise.
(NAN)
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