The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, has appointed Mr Chidi Amadi, as his Chief of Staff.
Director of Press, Office of the Minister, Mr Anthony Ogunleye, announced the appointment in a statement in Abuja on Friday.
Ogunleye said that Amadi, a former Chief of Staff to Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers, was appointed for his vast experience in public service.
He added that Amadi had held several strategic political positions, including Chairman of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, Rivers, under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party.
“As Chief of Staff, Amadi will play a pivotal role in supporting the FCT minister in the formulation and execution of policies and programmes aimed at advancing the development agenda of the territory.
“He will also provide strategic guidance, as well as ensuring the smooth functioning of the minister’s office” he said.
The director said that Amadi would be sworn into office on March 18.