The Federal Government has approved three transformative policies, the Rewards and Recognition Policy, the Incentive and Consequence Management Policy, and the Civil Service Mentoring Policy, aimed at enhancing productivity, accountability, and service delivery across the Federal Civil Service.
According to a statement issued on Sunday by Mrs. Eno Olotu, Director of Information and Public Relations, Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, the approval was granted during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu.
The development marks a major step toward building a performance-driven, transparent, and citizen-focused public service that motivates employees, promotes excellence, and strengthens institutional efficiency.
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, described the policies as key components of the Staff Welfare and Enhanced Value Proposition of Civil Servants, one of the six pillars of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan 2021–2025 (FCSSIP25).
She noted that the policies align with the provisions of the 2021 Public Service Rules (060101–060111).
While commending President Tinubu for his unwavering commitment to transforming the civil service into one that is Efficient, Productive, Incorruptible, and Citizen-Centric (EPIC), Walson-Jack said the approvals demonstrate the government’s resolve to reward excellence and nurture future leaders within the service.
She explained that the Rewards and Recognition Policy provides a comprehensive framework to identify, celebrate, and retain top-performing employees, thereby promoting innovation, continuous improvement, and organizational excellence.
The Incentive and Consequence Management Policy, she added, establishes a transparent and equitable system in which exceptional performance is rewarded and underperformance is addressed through structured corrective measures, ensuring fairness, accountability, and opportunities for improvement.
On the Civil Service Mentoring Policy, Walson-Jack said it represents a strategic investment in the next generation of public service leaders by bridging experience gaps, transferring institutional knowledge, and equipping young officers with leadership skills, values, and ethics necessary for effective governance.
She emphasized that the policies are not just administrative milestones but foundational steps toward building a modern, agile, and empowered civil service capable of meeting national aspirations and delivering on government priorities.
Walson-Jack assured civil servants that their dedication will be recognized, excellence rewarded, and professional growth supported, reaffirming her office’s commitment to creating a world-class service that drives Nigeria’s development and reflects the trust of its citizens.
