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First ‘blind’ permanent secretary appointed in Ogun State

by Ola Peter
June 30, 2018
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Visually impaired Akinyemi Andrew Elijah exchanging handshake with Governor Amosu

Visually impaired Akinyemi Andrew Elijah exchanging handshake with Governor Amosu

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Akinyemi Andrew Elijah was appointed Permanent Secretary (PS) in the State’s Civil Service. He was the second to be appointed in Nigeria to the position, according to available records.

Anambra took the lead last year, when Governor Willie Obiano appointed Azuka Ofomata as permanent secretary in the Ministry of Social, Children and Women Affairs.

READ: Nigerian man stabs two friends to death in South Africa over business deal

Amosun said Elijah was appointed for his dedication, diligence and passion in the discharge of his duties.

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