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Nigeria’s Civil Service to Achieve Full Digital Operations by 2025-Walson-Jack
Joel Ajayi
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, has announced that Nigeria’s civil service will fully transition to a paperless system by December 31, 2025. This marks a major milestone in the Federal Government’s ongoing public sector reforms.
Speaking on Wednesday at the press conference for the 2025 International Civil Service Conference in Abuja, Walson-Jack emphasized that the shift to digital operations is aimed at modernizing administrative processes, enhancing efficiency, and promoting transparency across all ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs).
“This administration is committed to modernizing the civil service. The full adoption of digital work processes by the end of 2025 will eliminate manual file movement, reduce delays, and improve service delivery to citizens,” she stated.
The paperless initiative is anchored on the Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system, which has already been successfully piloted in several MDAs. The full rollout will include digital record-keeping, electronic memo systems, and workflow automation.
To ensure a smooth and sustainable transition, Walson-Jack noted that extensive training and capacity-building programs are being implemented for civil servants. She added that the initiative will also help reduce operational costs and support the government’s environmental sustainability goals.
Stakeholders at the conference praised the announcement, describing it as a bold and necessary step toward building a smarter and more responsive public service.
In her remarks on the 2025 Civil Service Week, Mrs. Walson-Jack highlighted a series of events designed to celebrate excellence and strengthen the service’s reform agenda.
“The 2025 Civil Service Week, a significant event in our calendar, will feature a series of spiritually enriching, intellectually engaging, and socially rewarding activities. These are designed to celebrate excellence in public service, reflect on reforms, and promote a unified vision for a stronger civil service,” she said.
Key events include the commissioning of the remodelled reception area at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, a Special Juma’at Prayer at the National Mosque, and a Thanksgiving Service at the Family Worship Centre in Wuye. Other highlights include a study tour of the Federal Civil Service and Abuja by Heads of Civil Service from the states, a welcome cocktail for ICSC speakers, wellness activities, a social get-together for civil servants, and a two-day International Civil Service Conference (ICSC). The week will culminate in a Rewards and Recognition Awards Ceremony.
“The Study Tour for the State Heads of Service will provide a valuable platform for exchanging reform ideas and sharing innovative strategies, thereby deepening federal-state collaboration in advancing the quality and integrity of public administration,” she added.
In her welcome address, the Permanent Secretary of the Service Policies and Strategies Office, Dr. Deborah Odoh, reiterated the shared vision for a modern and effective civil service.
“Our vision is to build a world-class civil service, and I must appreciate the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, for her exemplary leadership. Since assuming office in August, she has not just led from the front but propelled us into a new era of reform and excellence.”
“There are a number of incredible new initiatives that have been introduced—many of which you are already part of and familiar with. We are grateful to God as we celebrate this year’s Civil Service Week. Our collective desire is to continue making meaningful progress so that, together, we can achieve the Nigeria of our dreams,” Odoh concluded.
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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.
In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.
According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.
“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.
The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.
“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.
The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.
“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.
Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.
The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.
“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.
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