In an unprecedented move in the history of the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), all 3,785 staff members across departments and units have commenced capacity building programmes, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive on strengthening human capital development across Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
This marks a significant turnaround for the Commission, which had experienced minimal investment in staff training in previous years. Since assuming office, the Director General/CEO of NIMC, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, has spearheaded a transformational agenda prioritising capacity building and staff welfare.
From headquarters to state and local government offices nationwide, staff of all cadres have undergone or are currently undergoing training aimed at equipping them to deliver effectively on the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration. Many staff members, visibly elated, expressed gratitude to Engr. Coker-Odusote for her visionary leadership and commitment to workforce development.
Beyond training, the DG has introduced several welfare initiatives that have boosted staff morale and operational efficiency. These include the distribution of over 2,500 enrolment devices for data capturing, securing Federal Government approval for a 25–35% salary increment, provision of extra transport allowances and free shuttle buses for headquarters staff, as well as modern office furniture and resources to improve working conditions.
Staff across the federation have commended Engr. Coker-Odusote for driving inclusive capacity building, enhancing staff welfare, and equipping the workforce with tools and motivation to deliver on the Commission’s mandate under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
