In line with the new tenure limit introduced for directors in the Federal Civil Service, the Federal Ministry of Finance has asked its directors who have spent eight years in the directorate cadre to tender their notices for early retirement.
A memo signed by the Director of Administration of the ministry, Mariya Rufai, which was dated 3rd August 2023, was addressed to all directors and heads of units of the ministry.
Last Friday, the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation launched the revised Public Service Rules (PSR).
In the revised rules, the Federal Government introduced a tenure policy for Permanent Secretaries. Although the rule states that Permanent Secretaries will now spend four years, it further notes that their tenure is subject to renewal following evaluation of their performances. It also states that directors who spend eight years will compulsorily retire after the period.
In a memo addressed to all ministries, the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Folashade Yemi-Esan called for immediate implementation of the PSR.
Following her directive, the Ministry of Finance’s memo stated: “I write to refer you to the “2021 Revised Edition” of the Public Service Rules which takes effect from 27th July 2023. Consequently, all Directors (SGL 17) who have spent eight years and above on the post are by this Internal Circular directed to submit their notice of retirement in line with Section 020909 of the revised PSR effective from the date stated thereof.
“Accordingly, all affected directors are advised to commence the process of documentation with the Administration Department for compulsory retirement by virtue of the section under reference.
“Furthermore, the Directors in question should formally hand over to the most senior officers in their respective Departments and surrender all official documents including Identification Cards as well as official vehicles (if any) before exiting.
“Please bring the content of this internal circular to the attention of all concerned for strict compliance”.
