By Emmanuella Oghenetega
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack has declared the study tour for state heads of service open, urging them to lead their various teams with clarity and courage.
She made this declaration today, at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in Abuja.
Speaking, the HCSF appreciated the Body of Heads of the Civil Service of Nigeria, who travelled from far and wide. She said, “Your presence reflects true dedication. Your continued support and commitment have been vital to the progress of our reform agenda. For carrying the torch of excellence
across the nation, I say a heartfelt thank you.
“While we celebrate the progress we have made, we must remain mindful of the work that still lies ahead. Today’s gathering is not just a moment of reflection, but a renewed call to action, an opportunity to reaffirm our
shared vision and drive forward the next vital phase of transformation with
clarity, purpose, and resolve. We are here not to compete but to complete.
Didi Walson-Jack, recalled, that the transformative study tour to Singapore, which was taken earlier this year, was nothing short of inspiring, as it revealed what is possible when a disciplined, digitally driven, citizen-focused Civil Service is
placed at the heart of national development.
She said, “Today’s study tour to key
ministries and institutions in Abuja is a continuation of that journey, rooted in
learning, collaboration, and innovation. And I assure you, it will not be our last.”
She therefore implored, the State Heads to use this opportunity, to deepen their understanding of best practices in strategic planning, service delivery, and human capital management; To explore how digital tools and data-driven systems can reshape operations for greater impact
And, to strengthen the bond between the Federal and State Civil Services, “One Service, Many Jurisdictions, One Vision”.
She said, “We are in the final stretch of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and
Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP 25). Our chosen theme for this phase,
“Final Sprint: Delivering Results”, is both a call to action and a commitment to
outcomes. A sprint demands not just speed, but precision, stamina, and
resolve.”
I urge each of you to fully align your state-level priorities, ensuring that reforms reach every desk, department, and district.”
