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House of Reps Committee Urges Increased FCSC Funding for Effective Constitutional Mandate Delivery
Joel Ajayi
Honorable Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Public Service Matters to defend the Commission’s 2026 budget proposal.
He was accompanied by the Commissioner representing AkwaIbom and Cross River States, Ededet Eyoma; the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Emeka Vitalis Obi mni; Directors; Special Advisers; and other senior staff of the Commission.
In a press statement issued on Friday by the Commission’s Acting .Head PPR Florence Dagogo Azike in Abuja reveals that, Prof. Olaopa’s presentation focused on the ongoing difficulty of insufficient budgetary provisions, which have hampered the Commission’s capacity to carry out its constitutional duty on time.
The Chairman emphasized the importance of increased funding to support key operational areas such as upgrading and securing the Commission’s Local Area Network (LAN), conducting computer-based test (CBT) for promotional examinations on time and efficiently, and digitizing recruitment processes to improve transparency and efficiency.
The Chairman stated that the absence of dedicated funds has resulted in unmet expectations for the full execution of the 2024 recruitment waiver.
He said that the ongoing human resource audit across the civil service may discover major vacancies, emphasizing the importance of proper budgetary assistance for recruitment. Prof. Olaopa also voiced worry about the Commission’s incapacity, due to funding constraints, to effectively monitor MDAs designated to recruit, which has resulted in incidents of indiscriminate hiring, hence increased government personnel costs.
He also emphasized the Commission’s backlog of legal duties, including delayed court appearances that resulted in default penalties. He also advocated for better welfare and working circumstances for Commissioners, such as the allocation of official vehicles to support field missions.
The Chairman emphasized the importance of resources for meeting international obligations, particularly as Nigeria prepares to host the 2026 General Assembly and Biennial Conference of the Association of African Public Service Commissions (AAPSCOMS), a significant event that will project Nigeria’s leadership in the global public service community.
In response, Hon. Sani Umar, Chairman of the Committee, admitted that the Commission’s present budgetary allocation falls short of what is needed for optimal performance.
Bala stated that the planned N2.6 billion allocation, which includes N1.24 billion for human costs, would be insufficient for the commission to carry out its essential functions of recruiting, promotion, disciplinary control, and handling of staff appeals.
Following a voice vote among Committee members, he asked the Budget Office of the Federation to examine and amend the FCSC’s allocation to match its operational requirements.
With this commitment from the House Committee on Public Service Matters, the Commission’s leadership expressed confidence that funding constraints would be addressed soon,and the FCSC will effectively carry out its core mandate of recruitment, promotion, and discipline within the federal civil service.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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