Wike appoints Nancy Nathan FCTA acting Head of Service

Nancy Sabanti Nathan, Ag. Head of Service, FCTA

Nancy Sabanti Nathan Appointed Acting Head of Service for FCTA

In a swift administrative response to an unexpected vacancy, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has appointed Mrs. Nancy Sabanti Nathan as the Acting Head of Service of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).

This appointment follows the passing of the former Head of Service, Mrs. Grace Adayilo, who died last week, leaving a critical leadership gap in the FCTA.

The announcement was made through a statement issued by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the FCT Minister. According to the statement, Nathan’s appointment takes immediate effect and will remain in an acting capacity until a substantive Head of Service is named.

Before her elevation to this new role, Mrs. Nathan served as the Permanent Secretary of the Youth Development Secretariat within the FCTA. Her career trajectory also includes a tenure as Director of Finance and Administration in the office of the FCT Minister, a position that underscored her administrative competence and familiarity with the inner workings of the territory’s governance structure.

The decision to appoint Nathan reflects the administration’s commitment to continuity and stability in the face of sudden leadership changes. Her experience and institutional knowledge are expected to provide a steady hand as the FCTA navigates ongoing reforms and service delivery challenges.

This development comes at a time when the FCT is undergoing significant policy shifts, including stricter enforcement of land use regulations and renewed efforts to streamline administrative processes. As Acting Head of Service, Nathan will be tasked with overseeing the civil service machinery of the territory, ensuring that government operations continue seamlessly and that public service standards are upheld.

Her appointment has been met with cautious optimism by stakeholders who view her as a seasoned bureaucrat capable of steering the FCTA through this transitional period.

While the search for a permanent Head of Service continues, Nathan’s leadership will be pivotal in maintaining momentum across various departments and initiatives.