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The Enugu State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving service delivery by embracing digitalisation and boosting the productivity of its civil servants.
This was highlighted by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, during the opening of a 4-day training for Administrative Officers held on Tuesday in Enugu.
The program, themed “Optimising Service Delivery and Productivity in the Digital Age,” is organized by the Office of the Head of Service.
Prof. Onyia emphasized that the state’s vision to grow its economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion relies heavily on civil servants who adopt digital tools and ethical productivity in their work.
He added that dedication, adaptability to digital transformation, and consistent performance are key criteria for career progression, as the government does not condone laziness or absenteeism.
“I commend the Head of Service for organizing this critical training, which spans a 32-hour module aimed at enhancing proficiency in e-government tools.”
“The program will be highly interactive, bringing together top-tier resource persons and participants to co-create knowledge,” Onyia said.
Earlier, the Head of Service, Dr. Godwin Anigbo, stated that the training is designed to sharpen skills, improve service delivery, and enhance professionalism and efficiency among civil servants.
He highlighted that it will accelerate policy implementation and strengthen governance, as a capable civil service is central to systemic reforms.
Dr. Anigbo noted, “Governor Peter Mbah’s vision to build a smart, agile, and reform-driven public service for sustainable development is achievable.
The projected growth of our GDP depends on strong institutions and the capacity of the people driving policy implementation.”
He described the participants as key agents of change and stakeholders in the state’s development, stressing the importance of embracing digital transformation, innovation, and a modern work culture.
The training is structured around three core areas: E-Governance and Technology Adoption; Enhancing Communication and Presentation Skills; and Legal and Ethical Frameworks.
Dr. Anigbo also mentioned that the government plans to provide civil servants with digital tools to support their work and intends to make such training a routine for all staff by 2026.
