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Mrs. Esther Walson-Jack Urges State Heads of Service to Prioritise 21st Century Skills for National Development
By Joel Ajayi
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has called on State Heads of Service to prioritise the development of 21st-century skills among Nigeria’s workforce.
She made this call on Monday in Abuja at the opening ceremony of a study tour involving Heads of Service from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
According to Walson-Jack, the continued support and commitment of state Heads of Service have been instrumental in advancing the ongoing civil service reform agenda.
Highlighting the significance of the civil service in national development, she said the tour would have an enriching, energising, and long-lasting impact on service delivery and the lives of Nigerians.
“Many of you will recall our transformative study tour to Singapore earlier this year. That experience was nothing short of inspiring. It showed what is possible when a disciplined, digitally driven, and citizen-focused civil service is placed at the centre of national development,” she said.
She described the Abuja study tour to key ministries and institutions as a continuation of that journey—anchored on learning, collaboration, and innovation—adding that it would not be the last.
Explaining the objectives of the exercise, Walson-Jack said it was aimed at fostering strategic learning, service delivery, and human capital management among participants.
“Our focus is to deepen our understanding of strategic planning, service delivery, and human capital management. We must embrace digital tools and data-driven systems to reshape public administration and enhance its impact,” she stated.
She noted that the tour aligns with the final phase of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP 2021–2025), which is themed “Final Sprint: Delivering Results.”
Walson-Jack emphasised that Nigerians are eager to witness real progress in service delivery, efficiency, and digital transformation, expressing confidence in the capacity of civil servants to rise to the challenge.
She reaffirmed her office’s readiness to support state civil services in areas such as policy direction, training, innovation, and technical collaboration.
“If you require policy direction, training, innovation support, or technical collaboration from the centre, know that my office stands ready. This is a shared mission—we succeed together or not at all,” she declared.
The Head of Service also commended the governors and state Heads of Service for their commitment to improving the welfare and professionalism of civil servants across Nigeria.
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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support
Joel Ajayi
Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.
More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.
The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.
Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.
The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.
Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.
Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.
Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.
Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.
The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.
Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.
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