A group under the aegis of the Ilaje Development Summit Group (IDSG) hailed Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa on Friday for the appointment of new Permanent Secretaries in the state. The group stated that the appointees were selected based on their “exceptional pedigrees.”
The group, in a statement signed by its Executive Administrator, Ola Judah, maintained that the appointment process was transparent and merit-based.
According to Judah, the appointment of the new Permanent Secretaries indicates that the state is set for enhanced service delivery in its public service.
The statement emphasized, “As stakeholders in the development and progress of our community, IDSG recognizes the importance of upholding established criteria in such appointments. We acknowledge the critical role of seniority among qualified officers as a major criterion, alongside the exercise of discretion by the Governor.”
Judah stated, “The recent appointments, as evidenced by the comprehensive release issued by the Head of Service, Mr. Bayo Philip, demonstrate adherence to official criteria and due process. IDSG notes with satisfaction that civil servants, being the direct stakeholders, have not raised complaints, affirming the legitimacy of the appointments.”
“We applaud Mr. Bayo Philip for his astute handling of the release, which effectively enlightened civil servants and the public about the positions of the appointees before their formal appointments. This approach not only fosters transparency but also mitigates potential politically-motivated tensions among civil servants.”
“It is noteworthy that many of the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries had previously served as Heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), further validating the merit-based nature of the appointments. On behalf of the Ilaje Development Summit Group, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the newly appointed Permanent Secretaries and the Head of Service.”
“We pray for the divine protection and guidance of the Spirit of God upon them as they assume their new responsibilities.”
The group, however, condemned critics who kicked against the appointments made by Ayedatiwa, stating that “such criticisms were politically motivated, malicious, and aimed to distract the governor from his duties. The excerpt finds it shameful for people from Ilaje, the Governor’s ethnicity, to participate in criticizing him with no justification. The spirit of Brother kills Brother is of Mr. Cain. Can you be constructive in your criticism for once?”