Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to improving the civil service by providing essential tools for its workforce.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, Governor Abiodun emphasized his commitment to fulfilling promises made to public servants.
Highlighting the significance of Mr. Onasanya’s appointment as a call to greater service, Governor Abiodun reiterated his administration’s pledge to not only support the civil service but also advance broader societal development.
He emphasized the pivotal role of the civil service as the backbone driving government policies and connecting the aspirations of the people with government actions.
“As you are all very aware, civil service is the bedrock of our administration, the engine that drives our policies and the bridge that connects the aspiration of the people with the actions of government.
“It plays a crucial role in ensuring effective governance, effective service delivery, and the implementation of government programmes and initiatives.
“As an administration that understands and acknowledges the role of the civil service, we remain guided by the principles of merit, character, competence and capability in the appointment of top civil servants,” he said.
“Let me also use this opportunity to assure all our great workers of Ogun State that our administration will never renege on our promises,we will continue to fulfil all our promises made
“We will continue to ensure the provision of policies and adequate effective working tools as well as a conducive working environment for the well-being, effectiveness, and efficiency of the Ogun State Public Service,” he said.
Governor Abiodun challenged the new Head of Service to raise the standard of the state public service and urged him to tread the path of excellence his predecessors were known for.
“I charge you to start raising the standard of the public service from the point where Mr Kolawole Peter Fagbohun left off while treading the path of excellence that all your predecessors are well reputed for.
“By your appointment, you are now the standard bearer of the proud legacy as bequeathed by our forebears in the public service,” he added.
In his address, Mr. Onasanya expressed gratitude to the governor for his commitment to fairness and equity, affirming that the civil service, under his stewardship, will continue to align with the administration’s objectives.
He urged state workers to embrace the Ogun State Health Insurance Scheme and pledged to enhance service delivery.
Onasanya assured of his dedication to fostering discipline and elevating ethical standards within the civil service, in line with the government’s drive to boost internally generated revenue.
Governor Abiodun officially appointed Mr. Onasanya as the new Head of Service on Monday, April 8, succeeding Mr. Kolawole Fagbohun, who retired after a distinguished tenure.
Prior to his new role, Mr. Onasanya served as the Permanent Secretary of the Bureau of Political Affairs and Administration.
