The Federal Ministry of Works has officially migrated its operations to a fully digital platform, joining the government’s broader push to modernise public service processes. The move marks a major step in replacing manual procedures with a more secure and efficient online workflow.
The go-live ceremony, held on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja, attracted the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, Permanent Secretaries, senior government officials and other key stakeholders in the public service reform agenda.
Minister of Works, Sen. Engr. David Umahi,
represented at the event by the Minister of State, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, highlighted the importance of the transition for improving transparency and operational efficiency. He also praised the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF) for her efforts in driving institutional reforms.
The HCSF, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, described the digital shift as a critical move toward modernising service delivery. She stressed that the Works Ministry plays a vital role in national development, overseeing the federal road network that supports commerce and connects communities. According to her, integrating digital systems will help maintain institutional memory, streamline approvals, and enhance accountability.
Officials said that the transition to the 1-Government Enterprise Content Management (ECM) system is more than just a technological upgrade. It represents a reorganisation of how work is managed, tracked, and shared across departments, positioning the Ministry to collaborate seamlessly within the government’s cloud infrastructure.
The Permanent Secretary, Mr. Rafiu Adeladan, said the Ministry’s digital reform began in April 2023 and has been implemented in phases. Initial steps included system deployment and internal digitisation, followed by cloud hosting, staff onboarding, and extensive training programmes. To date, over 70 percent of the Ministry’s records have been digitised, with more than 2,000 official email accounts created to facilitate secure communication.
Collaboration with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service, the OECD ECM Preparation Team, and Galaxy Backbone Limited has helped ensure that the transition strengthens record management, service delivery, and overall operational efficiency. Officials said the reform aligns with the Federal Government’s target of achieving full digitalisation of work processes by the end of 2025.
The launch is seen as a significant milestone in the government’s ongoing effort to modernise public administration, improve transparency, and enhance the delivery of services to Nigerians.
