The Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Walson-Jack, has launched new policies and guidelines aimed at repositioning the civil service.
The four transformative policies and guidelines include: Rewards and Recognition Policy and Guidelines; Incentives and Consequence Management Policy and Guidelines; Mentoring Framework; and the Protocol on the Use of Federal Government Secretariat.
Walson-Jack, while speaking at a dinner in honour of newly promoted directors at the weekend, explained that these policies are integral to the Public Service Rules 2021 and the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2025 (FCSSIP-25). Each is strategically aligned with the reform pillars outlined in these frameworks to ensure coherence, sustainability, and measurable impact.
The HCSF reiterated the critical role of the newly promoted directors in being at the forefront of driving the needed civil service reforms, especially as it concerns the actualization of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu.
She charged the 332 directors that their promotion heralds “the beginning of a more challenging and fulfilling part where your influence and impact will shape the future of our civil service.”
“As newly promoted directors, you have reached the pinnacle that reflects not just your achievements, but the trust and expectation placed upon you by the Federal Civil Service and the nation,” she added, urging them to rededicate themselves to the principles of good governance, transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
Mrs. Walson-Jack further charged the new directors to let their leadership inspire confidence among their subordinates and stakeholders, while imbibing the highest standards of public service.
She added, “I urge you, therefore, to embrace this opportunity for growth and development. I would like to inspire you to reach new heights in your career.”
The HCSF encouraged them to foster an environment of collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous learning, assuring them of her firm support.
Meanwhile, the HCSF has unveiled three initiatives aimed at transforming Nigeria’s civil service as part of the activities marking her first 100 days in office under the theme Marching to Greatness: Celebrating 100 Days.
The initiatives, which include Service-Wise GPT, an AI-driven assistant designed to enhance decision-making and efficiency among civil servants; GOVMail, a secure email platform for official communication; and the Nigeria Federal Civil Service Online Academy, which offers online courses for skill development.
Walson-Jack said that these tools are essential for modernising the civil service, ensuring that it meets the needs of citizens effectively, and guaranteeing that the much-needed reforms in the civil service are technologically driven.
