The Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Walson-Jack, has announced a major shift in the way Nigeria’s public sector will operate. By December 31, 2025, all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) are expected to transition to a paperless, automated system fully.
This milestone is part of the federal government’s broader digitalisation initiative aimed at making the Nigerian civil service more efficient, cost-effective, and globally competitive.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, Walson-Jack emphasized that this move isn’t just about cutting down on paper use it’s about positioning the civil service for national transformation and international relevance. She noted that several ministries have already gone fully digital, with the Ministry of Health being the latest to join the list.
In addition to this bold announcement, Nigeria is preparing to host its first-ever International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) in Abuja from June 25 to 26, 2025. The event is expected to draw over 5,000 delegates from across Africa and beyond. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is slated to officially open the conference, which will feature keynote presentations, expert panels, and interactive roundtables.
Themed “Rejuvenate, Innovate and Accelerate,” the conference will serve as a platform for public service leaders and reform advocates to exchange ideas and showcase innovation across the continent. It also ties directly into the government’s Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP25), which focuses on capability building, performance management, and digital transformation.
This gathering is part of a week-long celebration of Nigerian Civil Service Week and Africa Public Service Day, which runs from June 20 to 28. The week will include a mix of spiritual, intellectual, and social activities—from prayer services and a civil servants’ hangout, to an awards ceremony and a study tour of Abuja by heads of service from different states.
For Walson-Jack, these activities go beyond formality. They reflect a renewed commitment to institutional reform, excellence in service delivery, and creating a civil service that works not just for the government—but for the people.
“By hosting this conference, Nigeria is reaffirming its leadership in shaping a public service that is transparent, innovative, and citizen-focused,” she said.
As the countdown to December continues, all eyes will be on how effectively the civil service embraces this new chapter—paperless, purposeful, and prepared for the future.