The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has won the 2021 Public Service Excellence Award for outstanding commitment to delivering quality service in Nigeria. The award was given by the National Coordinator of Service Compact with all Nigerians (SERVICOM), Mrs. Nnenna Akajemeli, at a ceremony held in Abuja on Wednesday.
The award was in recognition of Bawa’s exemplary leadership in adopting a customer-focused approach to service delivery at the EFCC, ensuring that all stakeholders are treated with fairness, equity, and respect. Bawa was also commended for his efforts to promote transparency and accountability in the EFCC’s operations, as well as his commitment to the fight against corruption in the country.
In his remarks, Bawa thanked the organizers for the recognition and promised to continue to uphold the principles of SERVICOM in the discharge of his duties. He pledged to ensure that the EFCC remains committed to delivering quality service to the Nigerian public, and to work tirelessly towards the eradication of corruption in all sectors of the economy.
SERVICOM was established in 2004 to improve the quality of public service delivery in Nigeria by enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of government agencies. The organization has since developed a framework for service delivery that emphasizes the importance of transparency, accountability, citizen-centeredness, and a Service Charter.
Bawa’s award is a testament to his commitment to SERVICOM’s principles and the remarkable transformations he has initiated at the EFCC since assuming office earlier this year. The Commission has embarked on a series of reforms aimed at improving its operational effectiveness, including restructuring its operations, adopting new technologies, and strengthening its workforce.
The EFCC under Bawa’s leadership has also intensified efforts to prosecute high-profile corruption cases, recover stolen assets, and foster international partnerships in the fight against corruption. These efforts have been widely acknowledged by stakeholders and have led to increased public confidence in the Commission.
In conclusion, Bawa’s SERVICOM award is a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding leadership and commitment to delivering quality service at the EFCC. It is also a testament to the important role that public sector organizations can play in promoting good governance and accountability in Nigeria.
