The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has approved the promotion of 3,592 civil servants following the successful completion of the 2025 promotion exercise conducted by the FCT Civil Service Commission. Ezeh said the promotion exercise was conducted in accordance with established civil service procedures, with senior officers sitting for their examinations from 1 to 3 July, while junior officers took theirs on 10 July. According to him, the minister has also directed the immediate commencement of the 2026 promotion exercise to ensure that eligible officers are considered for advancement promptly. Ezeh also praised civil servants for their orderly conduct throughout the 2025 promotion exercise and urged prospective candidates for the 2026 exercise to maintain the same level of discipline and professionalism. The commission chairman advised officers preparing for the 2026 promotion exercise to begin early, stressing that promotion in the FCT Civil Service remains merit-based, competitive, and subject to the availability of vacancies.