CPSG, BPSR Partner to Drive Nigeria’s Public Sector Reform
In a significant stride towards enhancing public sector efficiency and accountability, the Centre for Public Sector Governance (CPSG) has officially announced a strategic partnership with the Bureau of Public Service Reforms (BPSR).
The landmark collaboration, which was solidified following a high-level strategy meeting held recently in Abuja, is expected to serve as a catalyst for far-reaching reforms, ultimately aimed at substantially improving public service delivery and strengthening institutional governance across Nigeria. The alliance marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s ongoing efforts to foster transparent and effective public administration.
The strategic meeting, which laid the groundwork for this formidable partnership, brought together prominent leaders from both esteemed organizations. The Centre for Public Sector Governance was ably represented by its Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Oyebisi Taiwo, alongside Dr. MK Ahmad, a distinguished member of the CPSG Advisory Board. Leading the BPSR delegation were Dr. Dasuki Arabi, the Director General, and Mr. Felix Ifeanyi. Throughout the deliberations, discussions were notably characterized as “frank, forward-thinking, and results-driven,” thereby underscoring a collective and unwavering commitment to impactful joint action and shared responsibility for driving positive change.
CPSG-BPSR partnership is built upon several key pillars designed to create a robust framework for reform. These include joint institutional, policy, and process assessments, which will meticulously evaluate current systems to identify areas for improvement. Furthermore, the partnership commits to organizing annual joint reform conferences, providing a critical platform for continuous dialogue and knowledge exchange among stakeholders. Complementing this, co-hosted knowledge-sharing platforms will facilitate the dissemination of best practices and innovative solutions, while program-based needs assessments will ensure that reform initiatives are directly responsive to the specific challenges faced by public institutions. Finally, stakeholder engagement workshops will be regularly conducted to foster inclusive participation and ensure that all voices are heard in the reform process, thereby cultivating a shared vision for a more effective public sector.
Emphasizing the foundational belief driving the alliance, a CPSG spokesperson stated: “This alliance with BPSR marks a new era in collaborative governance reform. At CPSG, we firmly believe that meaningful reform necessitates meaningful partnerships. This collaboration underscores our shared dedication to accountability, transparency, and innovation within Nigeria’s public sector. Indeed, both organizations emphasize the critical importance of collective effort in building resilient public institutions capable of meeting the evolving needs of citizens, fostering an environment of trust and progress.”
In a strong demonstration of its commitment and solidarity, BPSR has also pledged its full support for the upcoming Public Sector Pan-African Directors Conference 2025. This significant event, a flagship initiative of CPSG, is designed to convene senior public service leaders and governance experts from across the entire African continent. The conference aims to facilitate critical discussions where participants can collectively address shared challenges pertinent to public administration and, crucially, co-develop innovative solutions that will advance Africa’s public administration systems, ultimately contributing to better governance across the region.
CPSG, operating as a vital unit of the Society for Corporate Governance Nigeria (SCGN), is dedicated to promoting excellence in leadership, accountability, and institutional performance within the public sector.
While the core mission of BPSR is multi-faceted, encompassing the vital coordination of all reform programs across government agencies.
