DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION: HEALTH MINISTRY LAUNCHES ENTERPRISE CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ..... A significant shift towards paperless governance

Prof Mohammed Ali Pate Nigeria's Minister of Health and Social Welfare with the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Esther Didi Walson-Jack at the Launch of ECMS on Monday in Abuja 

"The ECM system, developed under the broader Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP 25), is designed to digitize records, automate workflows, and drastically reduce reliance on paper-based processes."

.... The system is part of the federal government’s goal to achieve 80% digitalization of government operations by the end of 2025 and a fully paperless civil service by 2030.

Abuja, Nigeria- The Federal Government of Nigeria has achieved a major milestone in its public sector digital transformation agenda with the official launch of the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system at the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, marking a significant shift towards paperless governance, transparency, and efficiency in service delivery.

The ECM system, developed under the broader Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP 25), is designed to digitize records, automate workflows, and drastically reduce reliance on paper-based processes. The system is part of the federal government’s goal to achieve 80% digitalization of government operations by the end of 2025 and a fully paperless civil service by 2030.

Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Tuesday, Coordinating Minister for Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, praised the ministry’s leadership and workforce, describing them as a “strong, coherent, and incredibly dedicated team” led by Permanent Secretary Daju Kachollom mni. He commended the professionalism and tireless efforts of the ministry’s civil servants, stating that their commitment over the last two years has laid the foundation for a transformative shift in health governance.

Group Photograph: L-R: Daju Kachollom mni Permanent Secretary FMoHSW; Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack OON mni, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation & Coordinating Minister for Health & Social Welfare Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate  @ the Go-Live/Launching of Enterprise Content management ECM system (digitizing internal workflows of the FMoH).

“This is more than theory; we are witnessing real implementation, and I have seen firsthand how our teams are delivering on the vision of a digital, client-oriented service,” Professor Pate stated. 

“The ECM is not just a tool; it’s a manifestation of a new way of working that is efficient, responsive, and transformational.”

“This is a model that, if sustained, will transform not just the civil service but the country,” Professor Pate affirmed.

Mrs Esther Didi Walson-Jack, HoSF giving her speech at the event 

While delivering her speech, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack OON mni, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation HoCSF, emphasized that the launch reflects  government’s commitment to building a responsive, citizen-centered public service.

“This is about reimagining how we work and serve Nigerians in a digital era,” she said. “With ECM, the Federal Ministry of Health joins a growing group of MDAs leading this change, proof that we are not just driving policy from the top, but living the transformation we seek.”

According to her, over 31,000 official government email addresses have already been deployed across MDAs as part of the digital push, and the OHCSF’s new website is set to go live, powered by Galaxy Backbone’s Virtual Private Server (VPS). She further noted that ongoing digital literacy assessments are helping guide targeted training efforts across the service.

Permanent Secretary, FMoH&SW, Daju Kachollom giving her address

In her remarks, Permanent Secretary Daju Kachollom highlighted the ECM system’s potential to revolutionize record-keeping, collaboration, and data security within the ministry.

 “This is not just an upgrade, it’s a shift to a secure, integrated approach that will enhance service delivery, cut costs, and align us with national development priorities,” she said, urging staff to embrace the change and lead with innovation.

The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare now becomes the 11th core MDA to go-live on the ECM platform, joining the likes of the Office of the Head of Service, the State House, and the Ministries of Finance, Education, and Solid Minerals Development.

Group photograph 

The event concluded with strong messages of unity, optimism, and national pride, as stakeholders expressed their confidence that this digital transformation will not only strengthen the health sector but also help shape a more efficient and effective Nigerian government.

This is contained in a statement issued and signed by Alaba Balogun, Deputy Director Information and Public Relations of the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare Abuja.