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Re-double Your Commitment to Efficiency, Transparency, and Innovations, Walson-Jack Charge Civil Servants

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9 months ago

August 15, 2025

By Joel Ajayi

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has urged public servants across the country to redouble their commitment to excellence in order to deliver a civil service that truly adds value to the lives of every Nigerian.

Speaking in Abuja on Friday at the Quarterly Stakeholders and Citizens Engagement Forum of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF), Mrs. Walson-Jack said the Federal Government is firmly on track to fully digitise all core civil service processes by December 31, 2025 as part of ongoing reforms aimed at boosting efficiency, transparency, and service delivery.

Applauding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his steadfast support, the HoCSF described it as “a testament to the highest level of commitment to civil service transformation.”

The forum, themed “Strengthening Service Delivery through Citizens and Stakeholders Engagement”, she said, was designed to foster honest dialogue, shared problem-solving, and collective ownership of reforms.“We are working towards an efficient, productive, incorruptible, and citizen-centred civil service. This is not the time to slow down — it is the time to double our efforts and raise the standard of service to Nigerians,” she declared.

Mrs. Walson-Jack recalled the successes of the 2025 Civil Service Week and the International Civil Service Conference (ICSC), describing them as milestones that showcased pride, innovation, and creativity within the public service. She noted that the ICSC was self-funded, proving the value of strategic alliances in delivering impactful programmes.

Highlighting the progress under the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP25), she outlined key achievements:Human Capacity Development: Through ONCE-Knowledge, civil service career growth has been redefined, with programmes like SMAT-P, LEAD-P, AI training, and executive masterclasses.

Right Personnel: A nationwide personnel audit and skills gap analysis will commence in August to ensure “the right people in the right roles.”

Performance Management: A modern PMS now replaces outdated appraisals with measurable goals and performance contracts.

Payroll Integrity: Collaboration with the FCSC is curbing fraud, eliminating waste, and ensuring prompt, accurate salary payments.

Innovation: The 2025 Civil Service Innovation Challenge unveiled bold solutions, with a Ministerial Innovation Challenge in the works.

Digitalisation & E-Government: Over 34,100 civil servants now use official GovMail; migration to the 1-GOV Cloud is underway alongside new tools such as the Online Compendium of Circulars and Service-Wise GPT.

Welfare & Motivation: Plans include introducing electric staff buses to ease commuting and working with the Pension Commission to secure post-service welfare.

In her welcome remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Service Policies and Strategies Office (SPSO), Dr. Deborah Odoh, reaffirmed the collective mission to build a world-class service that is value-driven, people-centred, and innovation-led.

Also speaking, Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC), Prof. Tunji Olaopa — represented by Dr. Philip Ndiomu — stressed that effective governance depends on collaboration, transparency, and active citizen participation.

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FG Commits To National Development With Major Contract Agreements — Umahi

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16 hours ago

May 14, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Works, has again signed landmark contract agreements with four (4) construction firms to execute critical road projects across the country, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. The contract signing ceremony, held on Thursday at the Ministry’s Headquarters in Mabushi, Abuja, marks another major step in the Federal Government’s commitment to delivering durable, sustainable road infrastructure that enhances connectivity, stimulates economic growth, and improves the quality of life of Nigerians.

The four contractors and their respective projects are as follows:

1. Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited – Reconstruction of Mando (Kaduna) – Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State,

2. Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited – Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road in Oyo and Ogun States,

3. Messrs Truecrete Solutions Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road in Osun State and

4. Messrs Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited – Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road in Osun and Oyo States.

Speaking during the event, the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, described the projects as strategic national infrastructure designed to boost economic activities, improve transportation efficiency, and strengthen national integration. He noted that the reconstruction of the Mando (Kaduna) –Birnin Gwari Road in Kaduna State holds special significance, as it was one of the key infrastructure development commitments made by His Excellency, President Tinubu during the 2022/2023 electioneering campaigns. According to the Minister, the present administration remains resolute in its determination to deliver world-class infrastructure that will stand the test of time. “Our vision is to build roads that will last for generations. Under the Renewed Hope administration, we are determined to deliver infrastructure that can serve Nigerians for up to 100 years through the adoption of rigid pavement (concrete) technology,” Umahi stated.

The Minister commended the selected contractors for their competence, track records, and proven capacity, emphasising the Federal Government’s confidence in indigenous contractors. He particularly praised Messrs JRB Construction Company Limited, Truecrete Solutions Limited, and other indigenous firms for their commendable performances on previous projects across the country.

Umahi charged all contractors to mobilise to their respective project sites immediately and commence work without delay, stressing that the Ministry expects measurable progress within the stipulated timelines.

Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Olarinre Adeladan, who formally signed the contract agreements, described the occasion as the successful completion of the procurement process and the official commencement of project implementation.

He commended the leadership of the Ministry for its commitment to ensuring that projects reached the execution stage and reaffirmed the Ministry’s dedication to effective monitoring, quality assurance, and timely delivery.

Also speaking, the Director of Highways, Construction and Rehabilitation, Mr. Clement Ogbuagu, presented details of the awarded contracts as follows:

1. Reconstruction of Mando–Birnin Gwari Road, Kaduna State

Contractor: Messrs J. Patel and Sons Nigeria Limited

Contract Sum: ₦178,116,787,162.00

Length: 122 Kilometres

2. Dualisation of Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road, Oyo and Ogun States

Contractor: JRB Construction Company Limited,

Contract Sum: ₦295,996,609,992.77

Length: 114.5 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent)

3. Construction of Osogbo–Ikirun–Akoda Road, Osun State

Contractor: Truecrete Solutions Limited

Contract Sum: ₦101,806,585,825.90

Length: 70 Kilometres (Single Carriageway Equivalent) and

4. Construction of Osogbo–Iwo–Ibadan Road, Osun State

Contractor: Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited

Contract Sum: ₦114,854,477,607.93

Length: 73 Kilometres

All the projects will be executed using Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP) technology, in line with the Federal Government’s commitment to building durable, cost-effective, and sustainable road infrastructure nationwide.

The ceremony represents another significant milestone in the Federal Government’s drive to modernise Nigeria’s road network and accelerate national economic development.

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