May 14, 2026

Foreign Affairs Minister Writes to Head of Service Over Alleged Sexual Harassment by Permanent Secretary

By Adamu Abubakar Isa

Yusuf Tuggar, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has formally notified the Head of Service of the Federation, Folasade Yemi-Esan, of allegations of sexual harassment against the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Ibrahim Lamuwa.

A female employee, Simisola Fajemirokun Ajayi, had complained of Lamuwa’s alleged sexual advances, prompting Tuggar’s letter to Yemi-Esan.

The minister stressed the seriousness of the allegation and urged prompt and thorough action. An investigation is expected to follow.

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