By Michael Adeyemo
Chairman Federal Civil Service Commission, Abuja, Professor Olatunji Olaopa, has given insight into how to transform the country’s civil service to make it contribute significantly to good governanc
Professor Olaopa, gave the insight at the maiden celebration of Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries of Oyo and Osun State, AREHSPOOOS, held in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Speaking on the theme “Re-Engineering the Engine Room: The Civil Service as the Fulcrum of Sustainable Development,” Professor Olaopa, who was the guest speaker, said transforming the civil service requires three frameworks which include quality of bureaucratic efficiency, quality-of-service delivery and performance accountability.
Professor Olaopa, also used the opportunity to commend AREHSPOOOS for taking the initiative to create the seminal platform for members and those still in active service.
Earlier, Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, in his address, called on senior citizens to continue to contribute to the development of the civil and public services and promised to continue to prioritize the welfare of the senior citizens in the state.
Governor Makinde, represented by Head of Service, Oyo State, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, was also honoured as the Grand Patron of AREHSPOOOS.
Chairman of AREHSPOOOS, Chief Adebisi Adesola, said the essence of the programme was to stimulate members to remain adequately and intellectually equipped.
Chief Adesola also appreciated members of the association for their support.
Present at the event include, Former Head of Service of the Federation, Professor Dapo Afolabi and Secretary of Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, Oyo State Council, Comrade Olusegun Abatan.
Highlight of the event include award presentation.
