In a significant move to boost public sector efficiency in Africa, the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment (FMITI) to drive Civil Service Reform in the country.
This collaboration aims to enhance FMITI’s operational efficiency by leveraging technology to drive results in the ministry. Committed to transforming the public sector across Africa, the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation recognises that efficient public services are crucial for economic prosperity.
The MoU focuses on key areas such as improving service delivery through digital transformation and capacity development within the public sector.
The signing ceremony took place during FMITI’s retreat, which was attended by prominent figures across the public and private sectors including the Central Delivery Coordinating Unit members, directors from various agencies, heads of agencies, and external consultants.
During the signing ceremony, Mrs. Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede executive vice chair of Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation, stated that ” Having successfully facilitated the digitalisation of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, we are now bringing our support to FMITI, because of the pivotal role it plays in the country’s socio-economic development.”
Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, expressed her Ministry’s excitement about the partnership. She highlighted the remarkable digital transformation achieved by the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation with the support of the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation and expressed her eagerness to replicate this success in FMITI.
Acknowledging the tight deadlines set by FCSSIP25, she stressed that time is of the essence, expressing her eagerness to start the initiative as soon as possible. This partnership highlights both organisations’ commitment to create a model ministry that can serve as an example across Africa – one that blends innovation with effectiveness.
