FG Tasks New Directors On Professionalism, Good Leadership

The Federal Government has charged newly promoted directors in the civil service to embrace professionalism, accountability, and result-driven leadership as they take on higher responsibilities.

The Head of Civil Service of the Federation Mrs Didi Walson-Jack who gave the charge in Abuja at an induction programme described the training as a key component of the government’s “One Knowledge System,” designed to strengthen leadership capacity and institutionalize continuous development in the public sector.

The programme, which focuses on onboarding, navigation, and competency development, is being extended to over 300 newly appointed directors as part of ongoing civil service reforms.

The participants were reminded that their promotion is not merely a reward, but a call to greater responsibility, noting that their performance will directly influence government effectiveness and public confidence.

The Head of Civil Service of the federation told participants to see their promotion as a call to greater responsibility, noting that their performance would directly influence government effectiveness and public confidence.

Mrs Walson-Jack urged the directors to ensure strict adherence to public service rules and financial regulations, emphasizing that prudent management of public resources is critical to national development.

In her welcome address, the Permanent Secretary, Career Management, Dr. Binyerem Ukorie stressed that as senior officers, the directors are critical stakeholders and strategic drivers in the implementation of government programmes.

According to the Permanent Secretary,
“policies are translated into measurable results.

This induction programme has been designed to formally orient you to the expectations and responsibilities of your new role. It is part of our deliberate effort to ensure that career progression in the Service is supported by structured capacity development. As you participate in today’s sessions, I encourage you to engage actively, share experiences, and take advantage of the opportunity to interact with distinguished facilitators and colleagues across MDAs.”

“Beyond today, we expect that the knowledge gained here will strengthen your leadership capacity, enhance teamwork within your Departments, and promote strict adherence to established rules, regulations, and reform initiatives of the Federal Civil Service.”

The induction programme which covered over 300 newly appointed directors was aimed at equipping them with the skills required to deliver measurable results and improve service delivery across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.

Florence Adewale, Edited By Grace Namiji