A Night of Celebration: Honouring Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan's Service to the Nation

L-R: Dr Richard Montgomery; British High Commissioner to Nigeria; Mrs Didi Walson-Jack, OON, Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan, CFR, Former Head of Civil Service of the Federation; Mrs Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, Executive Vice Chair, Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation; Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, Chairman Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation.

This month, we had the distinct honour of hosting a memorable evening celebrating the legacy of Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, former Head of Service of the Federation. The dinner brought together distinguished leaders from both the public and private sectors to honour her remarkable career and the lasting impact she has made on Nigeria’s public service.

Dr. Yemi-Esan has been a trailblazer in public service reform, spearheading key reforms that have enhanced efficiency, transparency, and innovation within the Civil Service. Her tenure has been defined by a strong commitment to the modernisation of public service delivery and her unwavering dedication to driving sustainable reforms that have created lasting impact. Watch this video highlighting some of the outcomes of our partnership with the OHCSF, under Dr Yemi-Esan’s leadership. The evening was filled with heartfelt tributes, inspiring speeches, and joyful camaraderie. While the night was one of reflection and celebration, it also served as a reminder of the importance of visionary leadership in advancing public sector reforms. Her retirement marks the end of a significant phase in the history of the Nigerian Civil Service, and we are deeply grateful for her invaluable contributions.

We remain committed to working closely with public service leaders to continue the transformation that Dr. Yemi-Esan has championed. Her legacy of innovation, professionalism, and integrity will continue to inspire future generations of civil servants.

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all who attended the event and made it such a special occasion. Your presence and support were truly appreciated. We also extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Yemi-Esan for her service, and we look forward to seeing the continued positive impact of her work in shaping the future of Nigeria’s Civil Service.