Tinubu Grants Automatic Employment To Children Of Late FCT Head Of Service

Tinubu Grants Automatic Employment To Children Of Late FCT Head Of Service

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom
Wike, on Saturday, announced that President Bola Tinubu has directed the
immediate employment of all four children of the late Head of the FCT Civil
Service, Mrs Grace Adayilo.

 

The announcement was made at the National Christian Centre
(Ecumenical) in Abuja, during the funeral service of Adayilo, who passed away
on September 1, 2025.

 

The minister stated that the gesture was to provide for the
family following the loss of their breadwinner.

 

In a heartfelt and somber tribute delivered at the church
service, Wike eulogised the late civil servant, popularly known as ‘Mama
Africa’, as an exceptionally dedicated, humble, and loyal official.

 

“We all know that we will die one day, that is guaranteed,
but there are certain deaths when it occurs, it pains.

 

“It becomes more painful when there is no sign that somebody
whom you are relating with, somebody you are working with, just comes to work
and the next day you hear that the person is no longer there,” he said.

 

The minister recounted how he first met Adayilo after her
appointment as a Permanent Secretary, a position he noted was created by
President Tinubu to encourage career progression within the FCT administration.

 

He described seeking a recommendation for a new Head of
Service who could match his demanding work ethic.

 

“I said, I want somebody that is very, very committed;
somebody that is humble; somebody that would be loyal to the job. I don’t want
excuses.

 

“I was told she is a woman, but yes, she is not a woman. And
behold, very, very strong. Very, very humble. And very loyal. No excuses,” he
said.

 

He praised her efficiency, noting that assignments given to
her were often executed within minutes. “She did not joke about payment of
salaries and other entitlements. She was a good mother,” he added.

 

Wike also revealed a lesser-known side of the late head of
Service, describing her as a skilled politician and a great mobiliser who felt
so much for her people.

 

Addressing the bereaved family directly, the minister
conveyed the President’s condolences and the life-changing directive.

 

“Mr President has directed me to give the four children
automatic employment. Because, Mr President understands, that now that there is
no breadwinner for them to survive.

 

“I hear the daughter is doing her youth service in Port
Harcourt. Don’t worry, the local Port Harcourt will follow you,” he said.

 

The announcement was met with a wave of applause from the
congregation, offering a moment of solace to the family amidst their grief.

 

The minister concluded his tribute with a prayer for the
repose of Mrs. Adayilo’s soul, stating, “May God accept her and her soul rest
in peace.”

Source: Tinubu Grants Automatic Employment To Children Of Late FCT Head Of Service

 - NigerianEye
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