Former Deputy Governors Push for Public Service Reform
The Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria (FFDGN) convened its 5th National Conference in Abuja from October 20 to 21, 2026, under the theme “Rethinking Nation-Building: Bridging the Leadership-Citizen Disconnect Through Orientation, Attitude, Character, Culture and Tradition for Sustainable Development.” The conference was chaired by former Katsina State Governor, Rt. Hon. Aminu Bello Masari, with former Delta State Governor, Sen. Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa, serving as Co-Chairman. The Forum issued a communique advocating for public service reform, emphasizing the need for merit-based recruitment to restore citizens' confidence in government.
They proposed that government institutions should establish clear service standards and mechanisms for feedback. Additionally, the Forum recommended reassessing political leadership recruitment processes to ensure credible candidates emerge.
They also called for support for youth in digital innovation, gender quotas in governance, and a strategic communication blueprint for public officials.
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