At an engaging Meet and Greet Cocktail for journalists in Abuja on Monday, October 7, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Esther Walson-Jack, passionately outlined her vision for the Nigerian civil service. Her message was clear: she hopes to see every civil servant embody efficiency, productivity, integrity, and a deep commitment to citizens.
In her remarks, Walson-Jack expressed heartfelt gratitude to the media for its unwavering support throughout her tenure.
“I know this office has always enjoyed tremendous support from the media, and I can personally attest to it,” she said, recalling her previous years in the office. She extended thanks for the continued coverage of her administration’s activities, particularly following her appointment as Head of Civil Service.
Reflecting on the strides made, Walson-Jack emphasized the importance of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025, a blueprint guiding current reforms. However, she also stressed that her administration is introducing fresh creativity and innovation to accelerate progress.
With six key pillars driving these reforms, she urged the media to provide extensive coverage, ensuring that the public remains informed and engaged with the ongoing transformation.
In a bold new initiative, Walson-Jack unveiled a project that is sure to uplift civil servants nationwide: the reintroduction of the Federal Civil Service Anthem.
“The anthem will be sung by all civil and public servants, and indeed Nigerians,” she shared, noting that its lyrics are designed to inspire a renewed sense of purpose in public service. “The anthem will remind us all to be efficient, productive, incorruptible, and citizen-centered.”
As her administration approaches its first 100 days, Walson-Jack hinted at more exciting developments, promising that in time, the media would be invited to witness and report on these accomplishments.
In the meantime, she left the room with a sense of anticipation and pride, inviting journalists to not only observe but also join in singing the anthem of a new, reformed civil service.
This marks a new era for Nigeria’s civil service—one where integrity and dedication to the public good stand at the forefront of national progress.