Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has called on civil service workers to adopt e‑governance, highlighting his administration’s drive for innovation, transparency and efficient public service delivery.
Delivering the keynote speech via the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, Mbah issued the charge at the conclusion of a three-day e‑Government Capacity Building Programme.
The training, held at the Enugu State College of Education (Technical), welcomed 110 participants from various state Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
The programme was organised in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Communication, Innovation and Digital Economy (FMCIDE), Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and Enugu State Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology.
In his remarks, Governor Mbah underscored the need for a fresh approach to public service, one that harnesses digital tools to deliver faster, more accountable, and intelligent outcomes.
“Our administration is prioritising civil service transformation through technology, focusing on speed, accountability, and smart service delivery. We have drastically reduced carbon and paper usage, this is e‑governance in action, working smart, not hard.”
He further emphasized the dual importance of infrastructure and human capacity in driving modernization:
“We want civil servants to have the right training and tools and to deliver positive results. This programme is part of our broader vision to instill efficiency, effectiveness, and prudence across government.”
Mbah described the training as the first step toward creating a culture of ongoing learning and technological adoption.
“This isn’t just a one‑off event—it signals the beginning of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.”
He also praised Federal Ministry of Communication and KOICA for their support, and commended Dr. Lawrence Ezeh, the Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, saying, “Dr. Ezeh shines wherever you place him.”
Commissioner Ezeh echoed the governor’s vision, calling the training a pivotal move in advancing Enugu’s digital governance agenda.
“This programme is part of a strategic roadmap from His Excellency, Gov. Peter Mbah, to position Enugu State as a leader in digital public service delivery in Nigeria.”
Ezeh outlined the scope of the training, which include digital document management, Inter‑agency collaboration tools and methods to streamline operations and reduce bureaucracy.
He stressed that cultivating innovation across sectors will ensure Enugu meets global standards in digital governance.
“The governor is committed to making every arm of governance in Enugu innovation-driven and technology-infused. This will elevate the state’s national leadership in digital governance and pave the way for global competitiveness.”
