🔍 Walson‑Jack’s Reform Drive: Detailed Overview💼 1. Inaugural International Civil Service Conference (Abuja, June 25–26, 2025).
Nigeria hosted its first-ever International Civil Service Conference in Abuja on June 25–26, themed “Rejuvenate, Innovate & Accelerate”, bringing together around 5,000 delegates from Africa and beyond.
Walson‑Jack described it as a “gateway to reimagining public service” and emphasized global collaboration to rethink public institutions amid evolving challenges
⚙️ 2. A Civil Service at a “Critical Crossroads”Noting threats like digital disruption, urbanization, climate shocks, pandemics, and growing demands for inclusion, she warned the sector must urgently evolve .Nigeria is leveraging its Federal Civil Service Strategy & Implementation Plan (FCSSIP 2021–2025)—already implementing automation via Enterprise Content Management, performance-linked KPIs, and revamped training institutions .🏛️
3. Culture Shift: Modern Workspaces & Inclusive InfrastructureDuring Civil Service Week, Walson‑Jack inaugurated a refreshed foyer at the Office of the Head of Civil Service, featuring accessible design, exhibition spaces, and amenities for persons with disabilities—symbolizing a shift to dignity, professionalism, and inclusion .🌐
4. Federal–State Collaboration: A Unified Push at a study tour and retreat in Abuja and Katsina, she urged state Heads of Service to intensify reforms, describing 2025 as the **“Year of Accomplishment
.Introduced digital platforms and signaled federal support in policy, training, and technical collaboration .📲 5. Bold Commitment to Digital: Paperless Civil Service by Dec 2025Announced a full transition to a paperless, automated system across all MDAs by December 31, 2025, as part of Nigeria’s digitalization strategy.
