Mrs Didi WaIson-Jack Appreciates President Tinubu, Urges Civil Servants To Recommit To Reforms

"The Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP25) is nearing its conclusion and that work has already begun on a comprehensive review to inform the design of the next strategic plan." HoCSF Walson-Jack 

Nigeria's Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi WaIson-Jack has expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his support.

The HoCSF also urged Civil Servants, Stakeholders to recommit to the reform efforts.

This is as she also reiterated the need for sustained collaboration among stakeholders to drive reforms in Nigeria’s Civil Service.

At the inaugural Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement Forum themed, “Strengthening Service Delivery through Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement,” Mrs. Walson-Jack spoke about the importance of engaging citizens and partners in shaping policies and performance, stating that “when the government and the governed collaborate in trust, the Nation thrives.”

According to her, "The Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025 (FCSSIP25) is nearing its conclusion and that work has already begun on a comprehensive review to inform the design of the next strategic plan.

The HoCSF reminded the participants that the next phase of reforms will be developed with extensive stakeholder input, ensuring inclusivity and unity with the aim of achieving the goal of an efficient, productive, incorruptible, and citizen-centred civil service

She urged citizens and stakeholders to continue engaging constructively, utilizing the platforms being created, and working with the government to identify solutions.

The Permanent Secretary in the office of the Head of the civil service of the Federation, Dr Deborah Odoh, in her welcome address, stated that, "The Civil Service is and must remain a people’s service – accountable to citizens, responsive to emerging challenges and adaptive to innovations that improve efficiency and service delivery

Dr Deborah said Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement is a convergence of minds, experience, and commitments aimed at building a world-class service that delivers value-driven, people-centered and innovation-led governance

Acknowledging the developmental strides being made in the Service, particularly in recent times, she emphasized the need for open dialogue and constructive feedback that will enhance the performance of the Service.

The Representative of the Chairman, Federal Civil Service Commission/Permanent Secretary, Mr. Ndiomu Phillip, during his speech, announced that in line with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation’s (OHCSF) digitalization drive, promotion interviews in the Service will henceforth be conducted via Computer-Based Test (CBT).

Eminent personalities attended the Forum, Including government officials, stakeholders, Civil Society Organization's, Development Partners, and Citizens..