Fubara Calls for Public Service Reforms and Digital Transformation

Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has called for sustained investment in public service reforms, capacity development and digital transformation to build a more efficient and responsive public service in Nigeria.

 Fubara made the call on Thursday while declaring open the 48th Meeting of the National Council on Establishments in Port Harcourt, attended by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and Heads of Service from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

He said governments at all levels must reposition public institutions to meet the demands of the 21st century and respond effectively to rapid technological changes and rising public expectations.

 According to the governor, the public service must become more agile, digitally enabled, accountable and committed to excellence in delivering services.

He added that public institutions should not only adapt to change but also lead it through policies that reward competence, innovation, integrity and outstanding performance.