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Nigeria has called for adequate, predictable and sustainable funding for the United Nations Resident Coordinator System, emphasising its strategic importance to effective development coordination and the advancement of sustainable development across Member States. The call was made in Nigeria’s National Statement on Agenda Item 138, “Proposed Programme Budget for 2027: Resident Coordinator System,” delivered by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel,  at the 10th plenary of the Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary Committee) of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly  in New York, USA. Nigeria stressed that strengthening the Resident Coordinator System is a shared objective in advancing multilateralism and enhancing the effectiveness of the UN development system. It noted that a strengthened and well-resourced system is essential for delivering coherent development support aligned with national priorities and needs. Nige...

                                                                                                                                                                     The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mr. Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel, has urged officers to embrace continuous learning and professional excellence as the Civil Service is repositioned to drive national transformation This is in a clear demonstration of the priority attached to a competent and future-ready workforce,  He gave the advice during the opening ceremony of the OHCSF 2026 General Staff trai...

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has commenced a compulsory capacity-building programme for more than 1,000 members of staff, aimed at improving workplace efficiency, strengthening accountability and compliance, and enhancing the To Commission's delivery of critical energy policies and programmes. The training, which brought together management, senior and other categories of staff from the Commission's headquarters and research centres, is part of efforts to build a more competent, efficient and results-driven workforce capable of advancing Nigeria's energy development agenda. Speaking at the opening ceremony in Abuja, the Director-General of ECN, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi said the initiative represented a significant milestone in the Commission's institutional development, as it was the first time all its staff were being assembled for a training programme of such magnitude. He described the exercise as the fulfilment of a commitment made upon assuming office in Oct...

By Osondu Ohaeri Every year, as Nigeria approaches the end of the calendar year, road traffic volumes increase significantly, driven by heightened commercial activities, festive celebrations, religious gatherings, family reunions and the movement of people and goods across the country.  This period, popularly known as the Ember Months, presents a critical challenge to road safety management, requiring intensified enforcement, public enlightenment, emergency response and coordinated stakeholder engagement. For the Federal Road Safety Corps, however, the objective of the annual Ember Months campaign extends far beyond reducing road traffic crashes during the last four months of the year. It is about preserving lives, preventing avoidable injuries, protecting property and building a sustainable culture of responsible road use that continues long after the festive season. It underscores the need for Nigerians to embrace road safety as a year-round responsibility rather than a seasonal ...

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mr. Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel, today held a strategic engagement with the Director-General, National Pension Commission (PenCom), Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, during her visit to his office.  The meeting, which also had in attendance the Permanent Secretary, Social Welfare Office  (SWO) Dr. Abdul-Sule Garba, focused on issues of mutual relevance to the Federal Civil Service and pension administration.

Hail Her Leadership and Service Qualities Nigerian women from all walks of life have joined in celebrating former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Dr Beta Edu, on the occasion of her birthday. This is as they continued to pay glowing tributes to a woman whose leadership, courage and commitment to public service continue to inspire admiration. Described as a woman of substance, grace and uncommon determination, Dr Beta Edu represents the growing influence of women in leadership and governance, demonstrating that compassion, competence and a passion for service remain indispensable qualities in nation-building. Her birthday provides an opportunity to celebrate not only another year of life but also the values of resilience, dedication and purposeful leadership that define her public persona.  Her journey stands as an inspiration to women, particularly young Nigerians who aspire to make meaningful contributions to society. As she marks this special milestone, admirers have wished her...

As part of its commitment to strengthening border security, facilitating legitimate trade and advancing regional economic integration, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is set to host the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Conference from 7 to 8 December 2026 and the Customs Partnership for African Cooperation in Trade (C-PACT) 2026 Conference from 9 to 11 December 2026 in Abuja. The CGC’s Conference, themed “Securing Borders, Enabling Trade: A Customs Commitment to Safer Communities,” will provide a platform to review the Service’s modernisation efforts, assess progress against previous commitments, and reinforce the relationship between effective Customs administration, national security, and trade facilitation. C-PACT 2026, themed “One Border, Interconnected Systems: Advancing Customs Cooperation through One-Stop Border Posts,” will extend these discussions to the continental level, focusing on practical approaches to coordinated border management and digital connectivity across A...