In a statement by the commission’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Olaopa made the call during a joint retreat between the Commission and the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. He stressed that the relationship between both bodies is like “Siamese twins,” due to their shared roles in policy implementation, regulation enforcement, and civil service leadership.

Olaopa acknowledged potential tensions due to overlapping responsibilities but said the retreat aimed to promote open communication, collaboration, and problem-solving to foster a more strategic partnership.

He also emphasized the need to align merit, competency-based HR practices, performance management, and wage structure to restore the Federal Government’s reputation as an employer of choice.

Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Esther Walson-Jack, described the retreat as a renewed effort to strengthen collaboration. She praised Olaopa’s support and commended the Commission’s reforms, including the Computer-Based Test for promotions and merit-based recruitment, which she said would boost transparency and fairness.

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The call for reform comes amid concerns about bureaucratic delays, weak accountability, and overlapping roles between the two bodies, which have contributed to inefficiencies in the public service.

Source: Punch

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“In a bid to reduce unemployment and youth restiveness factors that contribute to the rising issue of informants’ syndrome and worsening insecurity in the State, His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Sokoto State, Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, PhD, FCNA, FCIT, has approved the setting up of a committee to oversee the recruitment of qualified Sokoto State indigenes into the State Civil Service,” the statement partly read.

According to the release, the committee will be chaired by Jelani Kalgo, with members including Sahabi Isa Gada, Bature Shinkafi, Muhammad Bello Nagwari, Ladan Ala Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, and Faruk A. Wurno Commissioner for Health.

Also on the committee are the Permanent Secretaries of the Civil Service and Local Government Service Commissions, while Gandi Umar Mohammad will serve as secretary.

The statement highlighted the committee’s terms of reference which include,”To develop criteria for selecting qualified candidates to fill existing vacancies in the State MDAS, collating and examine applications and shortlist candidates, conduct interviews and assessments of candidates to determine their eligibility, recommending eligible candidates for recruitment, submit a report within one month from the date of the Committee’s appointment.”

Source: Punch

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The President also directed that the supervisors and department heads of the culprits must also be punished for aiding and abetting the fraud under their watch.

Tinubu’ gave the directive on Saturday at the award night organised by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to commemorate the 2024 Civil Service Week.

The event was also to honour some outstanding civil servants in core ministries.

Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the President expressed dismay over the attitude of the ghost workers.

“During my recent visit to South Africa, I kept abreast of the week’s activities.

“I was particularly struck by the revelations the Head of the Civil Service shared regarding employees who had relocated abroad while drawing salaries without formally resigning.

Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, the President expressed dismay over the attitude of the ghost workers.

“During my recent visit to South Africa, I kept abreast of the week’s activities.

“I was particularly struck by the revelations the Head of the Civil Service shared regarding employees who had relocated abroad while drawing salaries without formally resigning.

“Our administration acknowledges the challenges the civil service is facing.

“I want to assure you that we are committed to ensuring the welfare and development of all civil servants to deliver optimal performance for the growth of our nation.

“Over the past year, I have provided all the necessary support to the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to ensure the continued stability of the civil service.

“I also supported the office in implementing far-reaching policies and reforms capable of improving efficiency and service delivery, ” the president said.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports other activities to mark the night were the presentation of the top three prizes to the winners and additional N500,000 cash prizes to 40 workers.

Making the presentation, Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan, the HOCSF announced the top three prizes won by three lucky officers at the event.

“The Star Prize is a Brand New 2023 JAC JS4 Luxury Model SUV; the second is a 2 Bedroom semi-detached bungalow; and
the third top prize is a serviced plot of land measuring 400 sqm.

“I am also pleased to announce that the Nigeria Customs Service has graciously committed to donating six Toyota Camry Cars in support of the 2024 Civil Service Week.

“The office has started receiving the vehicles, and these will be presented as prizes to the next set of runner-up best-performing officers,” she said.

NAN reports that Dr Mercy Ilori, a staff of the Ministry of Transportation, who won the star prize appreciated Yemi-Esan, the Federal Government on behalf of other awardees for the gesture and the honour done to them.

Source: NAN

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