The Federal Government is considering a special welfare enhancement package for personnel in Nigeria’s information sector as part of efforts to strengthen the public service and improve service delivery, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has disclosed.
The minister made the announcement on Tuesday during the second day of activities marking the 2026 Civil Service Week Celebration at the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation in Abuja, where outstanding officers and staff members were honoured with Certificates of Recognition for their dedication, professionalism and contributions to the ministry’s development.
This was contained in a statement on Tuesday, 23rd June, 2026, by Suleiman Haruna, Head, Press and Public Relations Department.
Addressing employees of the ministry, Idris revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had directed him to explore practical measures aimed at improving the welfare of workers in the information sector.
“I want to reveal for the first time that we are working with Mr. President. He has asked me to look at what we can do, especially for those within the information sector, so that we can improve their welfare package. I want to assure you that Mr. President is going to achieve that,” he said.
The minister praised civil servants for their resilience, patriotism and commitment to national development, describing them as the engine room of governance and critical partners in the implementation of government policies and programmes.
He noted that the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation occupies a strategic position in promoting national unity, disseminating accurate information and fostering public understanding of government initiatives.
According to him, information should be used as a tool for development, unity and national cohesion rather than division, stressing that the ministry remains committed to advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu through effective public communication and citizen engagement.
Idris also highlighted key achievements of the current administration, including ongoing economic reforms, improved revenue generation by states, stronger foreign reserves, infrastructure development projects and expanded access to higher education through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
He added that collaborative efforts involving security agencies and international partners were gradually yielding positive results in tackling insecurity and enhancing public safety across the country.
The minister urged civil servants to uphold the values of professionalism, integrity and selfless service, emphasizing that national development depends largely on the dedication and efficiency of the public workforce.
“No nation can develop and reach its desired destination without dedicated civil servants. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu cannot do it alone. All of us must contribute our quota towards building the Nigeria of our dreams,” he stated.
Idris also commended the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Binyerem C. Ukaire, for her leadership and commitment to staff welfare and institutional efficiency.
Earlier in her welcome address, Dr. Ukaire described civil servants as the often-unseen drivers of governance whose efforts sustain government operations and ensure effective service delivery to citizens.
She explained that the Civil Service Week celebration was designed to recognize and appreciate the invaluable contributions of public servants who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support national development.
The permanent secretary encouraged staff to remain committed to the core values of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP), including efficiency, productivity,
integrity and citizen-centred service delivery.
“Every action you take and every assignment you carry out contributes to national development. We are important stakeholders in building a stronger and better Nigeria,” she said.
The event was attended by directors, heads of departments, senior management officials and staff of the ministry as part of activities commemorating the 2026 Civil Service Week Celebration.