The Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) has received with deep concern the distressing news of the abduction of some Civil Servants around Kabba in Kogi State while travelling to Abuja to participate in the ongoing Computer-Based Test (CBT) promotion examinations conducted by the Federal Civil Service Commission.
Eno Olotu, Director, Information and Public Relations, Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation disclosed this in a statement Wednesday.
This statement confirms a story on Monday by Newsdiaryonline titled: Disquiet over CBT as terrorists kidnap senior civil servants
The official reaction said the “Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, on behalf of the entire Federal Civil Service and the wider Public Service family, expresses heartfelt sympathy and solidarity with the abducted officers, their families, and their colleagues across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this most difficult time, and we join all well-meaning Nigerians in fervent prayers for their safe and speedy release.”
Eno Olotu said the HCSF expressed confidence in the ability of the security agencies to ensure the swift and safe rescue of the abducted Civil Servants.
“While urging Civil Servants and the general public to remain calm and vigilant, Mrs. Walson-Jack reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Federal Civil Service to the welfare, safety, and well-being of its workforce.”
“We stand together as one Civil Service family — united in faith, hope, and solidarity- praying earnestly for the safe return of our colleagues. Their safety and well-being remain our utmost priority.”