Governor Abiodun highlights need for urgent transformation of public service powered by technology

Precious Williams (Corper)

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has highlighted the urgent need for fundamental transformation of the Public Service to one that is driven by innovation, sustained through adaptability and powered by technology, as it resonates deeply with the present administration’s commitment.

Penpushing reports he made this known at the grand finale of the 2025 Ogun State Public Service Day celebration with the theme: “Managing the Public Service for Excellence and Service Delivery in the 21st Century: The role of Innovation, Adaptation and Technology”.

The Governor represented by his Deputy Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele at Obas Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, venue of the ceremony said the apt theme of the celebration is more than just a subject of discourse but a clarion call for action, as all hands must be on deck to achieve this.

Penpushing further report that Abiodun while saluting the invaluable contributions of the workers to serve the community with integrity and a focus on results said his administration remains committed to reforms that promote efficiency, transparency, creativity and professionalism in the Civil Service, as efforts to digitise all its operations are ongoing.

The Governor pledged that his administration will continue to expand Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training, strengthen infrastructure and provide the tools necessary to increase service delivery, as the goal remains a public service that is modern, responsive and capable of meeting the evolving needs of the citizens.

“I join others in saluting every Public Servant in Ogun State and indeed across Nigeria on the celebration of this year’s Public Service Day. This annual event not only affords us the invaluable opportunity to recognise and celebrate our workforce; it also presents a great moment to reflect on the critical role of Public Servants in shaping the socio-economic development of our dear State and the nation at large. I am confident that together, we have continued to record significant achievements in the delivery of quality service to the people of Ogun State”, he stated.

Penpushing also reports that Speaker Ogun State House of Assembly Rt Hon Oludaisi Elemide in his remarks noted the level of professionalism in the State Civil Service, acknowledging their proactive and supportive roles which he said, has been instrumental to the successes recorded by the administration.

The Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Establishments and Training, Office of the Head of Service, Mrs. Lydia Fajounbo, while appreciating dignatries and the workforce for the support at making the week-long event a huge success, urged the workers to return to their duty posts rejuvenated and imbibe all the lessons gained from the celebration.

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