By Joy Yesufu
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HoCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to instituting a robust Rewards and Recognition Policy for deserving civil servants.
This is aimed at honoring civil servants who exemplify diligence, integrity, accountability, and a focus on delivering quality services to Nigerian citizens.
During a recent interaction session with senior management staff, who visited her office to celebrate her birthday, Mrs. Walson-Jack emphasized the critical role the Civil Service plays in actualizing the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda of the President.
She noted that for the government to achieve its goals, it is imperative that civil servants work with unwavering commitment and a citizen-centered approach.
She said “the primary purpose of the Civil Service is to serve the Nigerian people effectively adding that if the service is to achieve the goals of the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda, it is essential that we foster unity and rally every member of the Civil Service to work with diligence, integrity, accountability, and, above all, a focus on the citizens of Nigeria, who are the true beneficiaries of our service.”
Mrs. Walson-Jack also highlighted the importance of recognizing and celebrating the contributions of Civil Servants who are exemplary in their duties.
“It should be standard practice to celebrate and recognize those who have rendered exceptional service. We are working on a Recognition Policy and Guidelines to ensure that Civil Servants are acknowledged and celebrated appropriately and in a timely manner”, she maintained
The proposed Rewards and Recognition System, as outlined in the Public Service Rules 2021, is a critical element of the 6th pillar of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021-2025.
This system is designed to acknowledge and reward the significant contributions of Civil Servants, even in challenging circumstances, thereby creating role models, promoting positive behaviors, and supporting the achievement of the goals and objectives of Ministries, Extra-Ministerial Departments, and Agencies.
Mr. Raymond Omachi, Permanent Secretary of Common Services Office in the Office of the HoCSF, expressed his gratitude for Mrs. Walson-Jack’s leadership while praying for continued wisdom and divine guidance as she leads the ongoing efforts to reposition the Civil Service for greater efficiency and excellence.
