The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, has commended Nigerian civil servants for their dedication and resilience, describing them as the driving force behind effective governance and national development.
In her 2026 Workers’ Day message shared on her official Facebook page on Friday, Walson-Jack praised the commitment and professionalism of workers across the Federal Civil Service, noting that their efforts ensure the smooth running of government and the delivery of essential services to citizens.
She highlighted what she described as a growing transformation within the Service, pointing to increased innovation, digitalisation, performance management, and continuous learning as key indicators of progress.
According to her, these reforms are gradually repositioning the civil service into a more efficient, responsive, and citizen-focused institution.
The Head of Service also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritising the welfare of civil servants through various initiatives under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
She listed interventions such as the Exit Benefit Scheme, Employee Compensation Scheme, upward review of allowances, and the Housing Loan Scheme as evidence of the administration’s commitment to improving workers’ well-being.
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Walson-Jack, however, charged civil servants to match government’s investment with renewed discipline, professionalism, and measurable performance.
She stressed the need for integrity, accountability, and impactful service delivery, describing the current period as critical for strengthening public trust and institutional effectiveness.
She further called for unity and collaboration within the Service, urging workers to remain focused on excellence in order to build a more prosperous Nigeria.
Reaffirming the value of civil servants to national progress, she thanked them for their contributions and wished them a fulfilling Workers’ Day celebration.
“Your service remains indispensable to the growth and stability of our nation,” she stated.