What I Have Achieved So Far as Head of Service, by Walson-Jack*

*What I Have Achieved So Far as Head of Service, by Walson-Jack*

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Dr. Didi Walson-Jack, has highlighted her achievements in the first 100 days in office, showcasing a range of reforms and initiatives aimed at transforming the Federal Civil Service.

She disclosed  this at the press conference in Abuja today to mark her first 100 days in office.

She noted that her administration has launched several reforms such as the Nigeria Federal Civil Service Online Academy, an e-learning1platform designed to empower Civil Servants with the knowledge and skills needed for their roles.

She said also introduced GovMail, an official email platform for all Civil Servants to streamline workflows and improve overall effectiveness. Additionally, the Service-Wise GPT, a digital repository of information about the Civil Service, was launched to serve as a vital resource for both seasoned officers and new entrants.

According to her, the service have established a consumer credit system in collaboration with the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation to improve access to affordable credit and enhance welfare for Civil Servants.

“The service has introduces a Performance Management System to reinforce accountability and encourage a results-oriented culture.”

The Head of Civil Service also highlighted her international collaborations, including meetings with the United Kingdom’s Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Rt. Hon. Simon Case, and the British High Commissioner, Dr. Richard Montgomery. These engagements opened avenues for collaboration, including capacity building and the exchange of best practices to strengthen the Federal Civil Service.

Walson-Jack emphasized the importance of innovation and creativity in driving the agenda of accelerating the implementation of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP 25).

She also advocated for a comprehensive rewards and recognition policy in the Civil Service, emphasizing the imperative of quality service delivery to Nigerians.

She maintained that during a Town Hall meeting with staff, she outlined her vision for the next two years is premised on three key areas: efficiency, accountability, and the wellbeing and development of civil servants.

She also hosted the maiden edition of Public Service Live, a Service-wide virtual meeting aimed at fostering unity and promoting quality service delivery.

“The work of transforming the Federal Civil Service is a continuous process, one that requires dedication, collaboration, and resilience.

“I am deeply committed to ensuring that the Civil Service I leave behind is better than the one I met, just as my predecessor did before me, ,” she said.