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Youth Ministry Launches Fully Digital, Paperless System Ahead of Federal Deadline

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10 months ago

December 16, 2025

By Joel Ajayi

Marking a significant stride in digital governance, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development has launched its Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS), placing the Ministry at the forefront of the Federal Government’s paperless civil service drive.

The launch, held in Abuja, comes ahead of the December 31, 2025, deadline set by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to migrate to digital operations, marking a significant milestone in public sector reform.

Speaking at the event, the Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande, described the ECMS, deployed in partnership with Galaxy Backbone Limited, as a game-changing platform designed to enhance efficiency, transparency, record management, and service delivery across the Ministry.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Maryam Keshinro, the Minister emphasized the critical role of staff in ensuring the success of the initiative. She urged all personnel to embrace the system as a tool to reduce clerical burdens while boosting creativity, monitoring, and youth engagement.

“This is more than a technological upgrade,” Comrade Olawande said. “It is a fundamental shift in our work culture. Moving from manual processes to seamless digital workflows will accelerate decision-making and strengthen accountability in the delivery of youth-focused programs.”

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, hailed the ECMS launch as a major boost to the Federal Government’s public service reform agenda. She noted that adopting paperless systems is central to building a modern, responsive, and results-driven civil service.

“The Ministry of Youth Development has demonstrated commendable leadership by embracing this reform. A paperless civil service will improve efficiency, professionalism, and service delivery,” Mrs. Walson-Jack said, adding that the system is expected to reduce operational costs, eliminate delays caused by physical files, promote environmental sustainability, and enhance services for Nigerian youth.

She noted that the initiative aligns with Pillar 5 of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (2021–2025) and supports the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The ECMS represents a major transformation in the Ministry’s workflow: From Physical Delays to Digital Speed: Manual file routing is replaced with seamless digital workflows, accelerating approvals for youth initiatives.

“From Information Silos to Collective Intelligence: Programs, data, and policy documents now interact on a single secure platform, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions.

“From Resource Drain to Green & Lean Efficiency: The Ministry commits to cost savings and environmental responsibility by drastically reducing paper use.

“From Analog Administration to Digital Service: Internal processes are now aligned with the expectations of millions of young Nigerians who demand efficiency and transparency.

Comrade Olawande urged Ministry staff to be the vanguard of this transformation. “New systems require adaptation, but this ECMS is designed to free you from clerical burdens, allowing you to focus on creative program design, impactful monitoring, and transformative youth engagement,” he said. Comprehensive training, provided in partnership with Galaxy Backbone, will ensure staff can fully leverage the new system.

The ECMS launch ultimately aims to serve Nigerian youth more effectively. A more efficient Ministry means responsive programs, a transparent system ensures greater accountability, and a fully digital workflow reflects the realities of a young, dynamic population.

Also speaking at the event, Professor Ibrahim Adeyanju, Managing Director and CEO of Galaxy Backbone Limited, represented by Hon. Olusegun Olulade, Executive Director of Customer Centricity and Marketing, described the Ministry’s onboarding onto the One Government Cloud (OneGov) Platform as a critical step in the nation’s digital transformation journey.

He commended the Ministry’s leadership for embracing innovation and reaffirmed Galaxy Backbone’s commitment to providing sustained technical support to build a more effective, inclusive, and future-ready public service.

With the ECMS now operational, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development has signaled its readiness to lead by example in Nigeria’s march toward a digitally driven and efficient public sector.

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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran

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20 hours ago

October 1, 2026

The Gleamer

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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