…….Advocates for Stronger Mentorship and Leadership Excellence.
The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mr. Olumuyiwa Enitan Abel, has concluded his ongoing engagement with staff of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) with an interactive session with Directorate-Level Officers on Grades 15–17, emphasising the importance of effective leadership, mentorship and institutional excellence in driving improved service delivery.
The session, held at the OHCSF Conference Room, Abuja, provided a collaborative platform to align strategic priorities, address operational challenges, and advance key objectives of the Administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It also enabled Management staff to identify challenges and propose practical solutions to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
Addressing the officers, Mr. Abel described the Directorate cadre as a critical link between policy direction and effective implementation, charging them to provide purposeful leadership, mentor younger officers and promote a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration and excellence.
The HCSF stressed the need for continuous learning and self-development, urging the officers to remain open to new ideas and embrace innovative approaches to addressing administrative challenges. He further encouraged Directors to provide effective professional guidance to their subordinates and deliberately build the next generation of capable and confident public servants.
Mr Abel noted that strong institutions are sustained not only by sound policies but also by leaders who are committed to developing people, strengthening teamwork and ensuring that responsibilities are discharged with professionalism and a clear sense of public purpose.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Common Services Office, OHCSF, Dr. Danjuma Usman Kalba, welcomed the Directorate-Level Officers to the session, noting that the HCSF’s direct engagement with staff demonstrated his commitment to inclusive leadership and open communication within the Office.
Dr. Kalba noted that the session provided an opportunity for officers to gain deeper insight into the HCSF’s vision and expectations while sharing perspectives on operational challenges and areas requiring improvement.
Also speaking, Director of Human Resources Management and Administration, Mrs. Jennifer Sharang, expressed appreciation to the HCSF for the engagement and reaffirmed the commitment of the Directorate cadre officers to supporting initiatives that promote a responsive, productive and people-centred Civil Service.
The session marked the third and concluding phase of the HCSF’s staff interaction series at the OHCSF, following engagements with Junior and Mid-Level Officers.
The series provided a platform for officers across different cadres to interact directly with the HCSF, share operational perspectives, raise concerns and contribute ideas towards strengthening the effectiveness of the Office and advancing service delivery.
Mrs. Eno Olotu, FCAI, mnipr
Director, Press and Public Relations
28 September 2026.
