Ogun state governor launches public service excellence at Awujale Institute

The Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has launched 5- day training on “Strategic Leadership and Management Course”, having participants which include top management staff of the State Civil/Public Service.

Penpushing reports that the training was held at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies Oba (Dr.) Sikiru Kayode Adetona School of Governance Studies (NIPSS-OSKASOGS) Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State.

The Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun in his speech called on participants to continue to hold integrity and accountability in high esteem, lead by examples and live up to expectations as they discharge their statutory duties.

Penpushing reports that the Governor who was represented by his Deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, pointed out that as citizens look up to these top echelons to uphold the highest standards, they must continue to live by examples and remain faithful to the principles of transparency, responsibility and service.

The Governor, while appreciating the dedicated professionals who form the bedrock of the Public Service of the State said the training was promise made and promise kept, that the crop of participants would be the first to be trained at the Institute.

Penpushing further reports that he emphasized that this training is a reflection of his administration’s commitment to strengthening the Public Service as a driver of development

The Governor appreciated the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba (Dr). Sikiru Kayode Adetona for facilitating the establishment of the Institution at the Olabisi Onabanjo University, the President of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu for approving the school’s take-over by the NIPSS and the Leadership of the Institute for equipping the participants with robust and relevant curriculum aimed at making them function effectively at their duty posts.

Penpushing also reports that the Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya in his remarks acknowledged the Governor for his constant support and strong commitment to the progress of the public service of the Gateway State.

The number one civil servant pointed out that Abiodun in words and deeds remained steadfast in his belief that a well-equipped, knowledgeable and forward-thinking Public Service is the foundation of governance and sustainable development.

‘This strategic Leadership and Management Course we are witnessing today is yet another demonstration of the Governor’s commitment to capacity building and professional excellence in the State Public Service, it is a promise made and a promise kept’, Onasanya said.

Penpushing reports that he assured that the invaluable investment of the Governor in the human capital development of the public service of Ogun State will not go down the drain.

The Head of Service stated that the knowledge, insight and the strategic and skills acquired from the training will translate into enhanced governance, improve the efficiency in service delivery and a renewed commitment to the successes of building future agenda of the administration.

Penpushing further reports that Onasanya added that the impact of the course will resonate across all MDAs in other to reinforce the position of the state as a trailblazer in public sector excellence in Nigeria.

The Head of Service of Lagos State, Mr. Bode Agoro in goodwill message described the NIPSS training programme for the top echelon of officers in Ogun State as pivotal to Public Service development, adding that the Lagos State Government will key into it for efficient service delivery.

Penpushing also reports that Agoro who affirmed the visionary steps of Governor Abiodun towards advancing the course of Public/ Civil Service in the State, pointed out that it resonates with the staunch belief of the Babajide Sanwo- Olu’s administration in Human Capital Development which would further strengthen the collaboration of the two states in general administration

The Chairman, Association of Retired Head of Service and Permanent Secretaries, Engr. Adeniyi Abiola, former Head of Service, Princess Iyabo Odulate and the Chairman, Governor’s Elders Advisory Council, Chief Oluneye Okuboyejo submitted that good governance is essential for the sustainability of any society.

Penpushing reports that they appreciated the Governor for providing quality leadership as it takes a leader with foresight to develop human capacity for sustainable development, and equally applauded him for his unwavering commitment by placing huge premium on the welfare of the workers through technologically driven training provided by the NIPPS.

They equally urged the participants to learn with an open mind, engage actively, share experiences and adopt innovative strategies that will propel Ogun State civil/ public service to greater heights.

The Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, represented by his daughter,  Princess Adetoun Adetona described the flagging -off of the training programme as a fulfillment of his dream to provide opportunity for leadership development for the growth of the country Penpushing further reports that Ebumawe of Ago- Iwoye, Oba Abdul-Razak Adenugba in his remarks  described the Awujale  Institute as a great legacy for humanity and thanked  Governor Abiodun for  maximizing the potential for the benefit of the State.

The Director, NIPPS – OSKASOGS, Prof. Sola Adeyanju and the Director General, NIPPS, Kuru Jos, Prof. Ayodeji Omotayo in their separate addresses while recognising the critical roles that leadership and management play in reshaping the society expressed confidence that the training will not only shape the professional journeys of the participants but will also contribute to the realisation of a stronger, more sustainable and more prosperous Ogun State.

The Director stated that the 5-day intensive training will focus on courses which include Fundamentals of Public Policy design and development, policy harmonisation and coordination, fundamentals of leadership practices and styles, strategic readership in public service: challenges and opportunities, emotional intelligence for leaders in public service, ethical consideration for effective public service and coaching and mentoring for productivity in the public service among others

Penpushing also reports that the participants include Permanent Secretaries, Principals- General, General Managers, Clerk of the State House of Assembly, Auditor Generals, Executive Secretaries, and Heads of Professional Bodies in the State

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