Plateau: HoS tasks over 3000 newly employed staff to obey govt. policies

From Justine Davis, Jos

The head of Civil Service in Plateau state, Rauta Dakok has tasked over 3000 newly employed staff to learned about the core values of the Civil Service, and familiarize themselves with the procedures that guide their work as civil servants towards productivity.

The Nations News Nigeriareports that the state government led by governor Caleb Mutfwang recently recruited over 3000 workers to fill in some vacancies and inject new bloods, to boost productivity in the civil service of the state.

Dakok made this known while declaring open a two days courses for the newly employed staff held at Crest Hotel in Jos, the Plateau State Capital.

She charged them to bring to bear their fresh ideas to further grow the civil service which is in needs of innovations as the engine room of government.

According to her, “The Civil Service is built on a foundation of excellence, teamwork, and a shared commitment to making a difference in the State we serve. You are joining us at a time when we are poised to achieve greater heights, and your contributions will be integral to our continued success.

“As you go through this orientation program, you will have the opportunity to meet with leaders from different Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) within and outside the state, learn about the core values of the Civil Service, and familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures that guide our work.” She charged them

Dakok noted that the program was designed not only to equipped them with the knowledge and tools they need to perform their roles effectively but also to help them feel a part of the civil servants community where every individual is valued and every idea is welcomed.

“We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Your fresh perspectives and unique experiences are invaluable assets that will enrich the Service and help us grow.

“I encourage you to be curious, ask questions, and take full advantage of the resources available to you. Remember, you are not just joining the Service; you are becoming a part of a team that is committed to achieving excellence together.” She reminded them

She however applauded governor Caleb Mutfwang for given much attention to human capital development in the state as well as remaining passionately committed to the welfare of workers to the full extent of the resources available.

Permanent Secretary Establishment Mr. Patience Dongjur in her remarks noted that the orientation program is the first of it’s kind in the history of Plateau State which armed newly employed persons with basic knowledge of the civil service as they undertook their journey in lives into the service.

The participants across ministries, department and agencies were exposed to various topics ranging from; “Politics and loyalty in the Civil Service. Preparation for retirement of a Civil servant. Health insurance for civil servants. Synopsis on an ideal Civil servant. Procedure of appointment and exit from the civil service. Housing for civil servants; Communication and branding, and the Role of Civil Service Commission.” Respectively