From Julian Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, has highlighted the crucial role of collaboration with international and local development partners in advancing Nigeria’s civil service reforms. She noted that these partnerships have significantly contributed to capacity building, institutional strengthening, and the overall transformation of the public sector.
Speaking on Sunday at the 2025 Civil Service Christian Thanksgiving held at the Family Worship Centre in Abuja, Walson-Jack expressed gratitude for the support received from development agencies, emphasizing that their technical and financial assistance has been vital to the success of ongoing reforms.
“We recognise and appreciate the invaluable contributions of our development partners whose funding and expertise have empowered us to implement effective reforms across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies,” she said. “Their collaboration has been instrumental in driving innovation, improving service delivery, and enhancing accountability within the civil service.”
The Thanksgiving event, part of the Civil Service Week activities, also served as a platform to reflect on the progress made in the past year. Walson-Jack acknowledged that while divine guidance and national commitment remain foundational, the strategic partnerships have accelerated transformative changes.
“We thank God for creativity, innovation, and reforms that have driven transformative progress across Ministries, Departments and Agencies,” she added. “We are also grateful for a supportive President whose confidence in civil service reforms continues to provide strategic direction and encouragement.”
Calling on the church to continue praying for the nation’s public institutions, the Head of Service of the Federation further stressed that sustained reform efforts require a combination of faith, integrity, and collaborative support.
“As we fellowship today, we humbly request that the church lift the Nigerian Civil Service in prayer, asking that the transformation we earnestly pursue may take root and flourish,” she said.
Walson-Jack urged all civil servants to remain committed and purpose-driven as the Civil Service Week continues, reaffirming the Service’s dedication to transparent governance and value-driven leadership.
“May the Lord bless the work of our hands, renew our strength, and guide our steps,” she prayed. “To God alone be all the glory for how far He has brought us.”