The newly appointed Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Environment, Salihu Aminu Usman, has officially assumed duty, pledging to strengthen collaboration within the ministry and across the nation’s environmental sector.
Usman made the call during a brief handover ceremony, where he urged staff, agencies and stakeholders to work together to advance environmental policies and programmes aimed at sustainable national development.
He stressed that the ministry’s mandate cannot be effectively achieved without collective commitment and teamwork, noting that cooperation among all actors in the sector is critical to delivering meaningful results.
The new Permanent Secretary assured staff that he would build on the achievements and institutional structures established by his predecessor, while focusing on staff development, professionalism and improved welfare.
According to him, strengthening the capacity and motivation of workers in the ministry will remain central to achieving the ministry’s environmental protection and sustainability goals.
In his remarks, the outgoing Permanent Secretary, Mahmud Adam Kambari, described the Federal Ministry of Environment as an institution blessed with experienced and dedicated personnel.
He thanked the management and staff for the support and cooperation he received during his tenure and encouraged them to extend the same level of commitment to the incoming Permanent Secretary.
Kambari expressed confidence in Usman’s leadership ability, describing him as a professional with strong credentials and an amiable personality capable of sustaining the progress made in the ministry.
He also commended the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, describing him as an inspiring leader and mentor whose guidance contributed to the successes recorded during his time in office.
Speaking on behalf of the ministry’s management and staff, the Director of Special Duties, Mrs. Adenopo, expressed appreciation to Kambari for his leadership and contributions to the ministry.
She noted that his tenure witnessed important achievements that strengthened the ministry’s profile and institutional capacity.
Adenopo welcomed Usman to the ministry and assured him of the unwavering support and cooperation of the workforce.
She expressed confidence that his leadership would consolidate existing gains and guide the ministry toward greater progress in addressing Nigeria’s environmental challenges.
