ACSS HONOURS RETIRING DIRECTOR, SARAH AREO, AT 60TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
By: Akuta Shedrack, Anozie Bibian and Gloria Okwori
The Management and staff of the FCT Area Councils Services Secretariat (ACSS) have honoured the Director of Planning, Research and Statistics (PRS), Dr. Sarah David Areo, at a send-forth ceremony held to mark her retirement after 33 years of service and her 60th birthday.
The event brought together colleagues, friends and family members to celebrate her career and contributions to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA).
Director of Administration and Finance, Mrs Olanipekun Omolola, in her opening remarks, appreciated Areo for her dedication in the course her service to the FCT Administration.
Omolola who was represented by the Director of the Department of Inspectorate, Planning and Monitoring, Arch. Geoffrey Osuji, thanked God for sustaining Areo throughout her career and praying for her continued guidance and fulfilment in retirement.
Representatives of various departments, alongside friends and family, also delivered goodwill messages in recognition of her dedication and service.
Born on October 6, 1966, in Keffi, Nasarawa State, Areo joined the then Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) in 1993 as a Personnel Officer on Grade Level 8. She rose through the ranks and was appointed a director in 2022.
During her career, she served in several departments and offices, including Engineering Services, Administration and Supply, the Office of the Permanent Secretary, and the Social Development Secretariat.
She became Director of Planning, Research and Statistics at ACSS in February 2023, a position she held until her retirement.
Areo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, which she obtained in 1990. She also represented the FCTA at various engagements, participated in professional workshops and seminars, and served on several committees.
In her response, Areo thanked the management and staff of ACSS for their support and goodwill. She urged public servants to build productive relationships, remain transparent and diligent, and demonstrate commitment to their duties.
The Secretariat wished her good health, happiness and fulfilment in retirement, commending her years of service to the FCTA.
