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Oyo conducts confirmation exam for 4,500 civil servants

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  • The Oyo State government conducted a mandatory confirmation examination for over 4,500 civil servants on Grade Levels 1 to 6.
  • The examination, held across seven zonal centers, is a requirement for junior cadre officers to confirm their employment within two years of appointment.
  • Subjects included Public Service Rules and Current Affairs, with results to be communicated through respective government departments.

The Oyo State government, through its Ministry of Establishments and Training, has administered a mandatory confirmation examination for civil servants occupying Grade Levels 1 to 6. The exercise saw the participation of more than 4,500 candidates across various cadres.

All officers appointed to junior cadres are required to pass the mandatory examination within two years of their appointment to qualify for confirmation of their employment or otherwise.

— Statement from the Ministry of InformationExplaining the requirement for the confirmation examination.

Prince Dotun Oyelade, the Commissioner for Information, disclosed that the examination took place simultaneously at seven designated zonal centers throughout the state. Participants included officers in roles such as Clerical Officers, Clerical Assistants, Store Attendants, and other allied positions. This examination is a crucial step for officers appointed to junior cadres, requiring them to pass within two years of their appointment to secure confirmation of their employment.

Alhaji Hameed Alade Bello, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, addressed candidates at the Simeon Adebo Staff Development Centre for Ibadan Zones 1 and 2. He urged participants to perform their best, emphasizing that passing the examination is essential for career progression. Bello assured that all eligible officers would have the opportunity to sit for the exam and that results would be communicated through their respective Ministries, Departments, and Agencies after the grading process is complete.

My experience in this House has been memorable, and I’m grateful for the opportunity given to me to serve my constituents and contribute to the development of Bauchi State.

— Alhaji Hameed Alade BelloAddressing participants at the examination center.

The examination covered key subjects including Public Service Rules 1 and 2, alongside Current Affairs. The Oyo State government's initiative aims to ensure that civil servants meet the required standards for confirmation and continued career development within the public service.

The examination covered subjects such as Public Service Rules 1 and 2, as well as Current Affairs.

— StatementDetailing the examination's subject matter.
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