The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack has held a meeting with the UK Cabinet Secretary and Head of the Civil Service, Hon. Simon Case at the UK Cabinet Office, London.
A statement signed by Eno Olotu, Head, Information and Public Relations, disclosed that the aim of the meeting, was to strengthen ties that will advance Civil Service reforms in Nigeria.
It was revealed, that the dialogue focused on knowledge sharing and best practices to support Nigeria’s ongoing reform initiatives under the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP) 2021-2025.
The key discussions focused on capability building, knowledge management, and enhancing Nigeria’s Civil Service Week activities by drawing inspiration from the UK’s annual “Civil Service Live” conference model.
Both parties agreed to explore exchange programmes and study tours to facilitate mutual learning, with an emphasis on knowledge sharing.
The Head of the UK Civil Service, committed to sharing insights on Civil Service development, recognized the value of learning from Nigeria’s experiences. The purpose of the collaborative effort, is to strengthen the partnership between the Civil Services, enhance capabilities and foster a mutually beneficial relationship.
The meeting underscored the commitment of Nigeria and the UK to building efficient and responsive Civil Services, with continued partnership and support in the years ahead.
