- Tinubu To Open 2026 International Civil Service Conference
- Event Expected To Spotlight Reforms, Innovation
- Abuja To Welcome Delegates From US, UK, Singapore
Nigeria is set to host the 2026 International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) in Abuja as part of efforts to position the country at the forefront of global public sector reforms and governance innovation.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation announced that the high-level conference will hold from May 20 to May 21, 2026, under the theme, “Reforms, Resilience and Results.”
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The event is expected to bring together top government officials, governance experts, reform advocates, development partners and policy leaders from across the world.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is expected to officially declare the conference open, reflecting the Federal Government’s commitment to building a modern, innovative and performance-driven civil service.
Delegates from countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Singapore, Switzerland, Ghana, The Gambia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Algeria, Sudan and Indonesia are expected to participate in the summit.
Organisers disclosed that the conference will feature plenary sessions, technical roundtables, fireside conversations and interactive engagements centred on institutional reforms, leadership, digital transformation, workforce development, accountability and improved public service delivery.

The conference will also include exhibition booths showcasing governance innovations, digital initiatives and institutional best practices from participating agencies, organisations and development partners.
Speaking ahead of the event, Didi Esther Walson-Jack described the conference as a strategic platform aimed at advancing reforms and strengthening a resilient, accountable and citizen-focused public service.
According to her, the gathering will highlight transformative governance policies and practical strategies already delivering measurable results across public institutions.
Also speaking, Eno Olotu reaffirmed the commitment of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to delivering a world-class conference capable of deepening international partnerships and shaping the future of public administration.
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