Enitan Aims to Transform Nigeria's Civil Service in 2026

Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan was appointed as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation on August 27, 2026, by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, succeeding Didi Esther Walson-Jack, who retired at 60. Enitan emphasized that true leadership is measured by the institution left behind, aiming to create a professional and citizen-focused civil service that serves over 250 million Nigerians.

He stated that transformation requires collective effort from all levels of civil servants, not just individual leadership. Enitan expressed gratitude for his appointment, pledging to serve with humility, dedication, and integrity.

Rather than implementing sweeping changes, he intends to build on existing initiatives and improve their execution, highlighting the importance of continuity in a large bureaucracy. He acknowledged Walson-Jack's contributions and aims to treat ongoing initiatives as institutional responsibilities, ensuring they endure beyond individual tenures.