The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana has affirmed the Federal Government’s dedication to enhancing staff welfare through the provision of incentives fostering happiness and commitment to their duties.
This statement was made during the commissioning of three state-of-the-art 30-seater buses on Tuesday, 14th November 2023, at Ship House.
Dr. Kana, speaking at the commissioning, emphasized that these buses were provided to bolster staff welfare, aligning with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 8 Point Renewed Hope Agenda and to implement the Federal Civil Service Strategic and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP) reforms.
In addition, the Permanent Secretary said that the buses would ease transportation logistics that will contribute to a positive and motivated workforce.
“As we celebrate this milestone, the Ministry reiterates its commitments to supporting the welfare and professional growth of the staff,” he said.
He expressed his gratitude for the unwavering dedication of staff to work, saying to whom much is given, much is expected. Dr. Kana further stated that log book would be attached to the well trained drivers in order to ensure maintenance and sustainability of the bus scheme which he hopes will continue to increase in numbers.
The highlight of the event included a test run of one of the buses by the Permanent Secretary, signaling the official commissioning of the well-equipped 30-seater buses for staff use.