By Joel Ajayi

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HOCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, has officially inaugurated the Editorial Committee for a landmark publication that will chronicle the history and evolution of the Nigerian Civil Service.

The event took place at the Conference Room of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) in Abuja.

According to a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Mrs. Eno Olotu, the initiative represents a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s ongoing commitment to preserving institutional memory, promoting administrative scholarship, and capturing the Civil Service’s transformative journey over the decades.

In her address, Mrs. Walson-Jack described the forthcoming publication as a “legacy document and national asset” that will detail the Civil Service’s reforms, achievements, and future aspirations.

She emphasized that the work would serve not only as a historical record but also as a policy tool, reform guide, and reference for scholars and practitioners in public administration.

“This publication will deepen public appreciation of the Civil Service’s central role in Nigeria’s national development and will inspire a new generation of public servants,” she said.

She further highlighted that the initiative is in line with the objectives of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP 25), which seeks to institutionalize excellence, innovation, and continuous learning within the Service.

Mrs. Walson-Jack reaffirmed that the Nigerian Civil Service remains a stabilizing force in governance, consistently adapting to emerging national challenges while maintaining its apolitical and service-driven mandate.

The Editorial Committee is charged with reviewing the draft manuscript for historical accuracy, contextual relevance, and editorial quality. Its responsibilities also include aligning the content with professional publishing standards, finalizing the manuscript, suggesting a suitable title, and recommending enhancements where necessary.

Editorial Committee Members:
1. Dr. Habiba Lawal, OON – Chairman (Retired Permanent Secretary)

2. Sir Olusegun Adekunle, OON – Member (Retired Permanent Secretary)

3. Mr. Adesola Olusade, OON – Member (Retired Permanent Secretary)

4. Amb. Mustapha Suleiman – Member (Retired Permanent Secretary)

5. Dame Georgina Ehuriah-Arisa, MON – Member (Retired Permanent Secretary)

6. Mr. Babatunde Aina, MFR – Member (Retired Director)

7. Barr. Emmanuel Omonuwa – Member (Retired Director)

8. Prof. Yakubu Ochefu – Member (Professor of History)

9. Dr. Gideon Adogbo – Member (Consultant to OHCSF)

Speaking on behalf of the Committee Chairman, Dr. Habiba Lawal, OON, Sir Olusegun Adekunle expressed appreciation to the Head of Service for her visionary leadership. He praised the Nigerian Civil Service as a resilient, non-partisan institution that has consistently played a vital role in Nigeria’s development from the pre-independence era to modern-day reforms.

The upcoming publication will feature exclusive contributions from all eleven living former Heads of the Civil Service, providing invaluable insights into the Service’s historical milestones, reform processes, and vision for the future. It will trace the Civil Service’s roots from the colonial period through its evolution into a digitally driven and innovation-focused institution.

Once published, the book is expected to become an indispensable resource for policymakers, researchers, students, and public servants alike—reinforcing the Civil Service’s role as the backbone of governance and national progress in Nigeria.

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