The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), has commenced a three-day Performance Management System Training to strengthen the capacity of its key personnel.
The NDDC Director of Planning, Research and Statistics, Dr Patterson Ogon, said that the training held in Port Harcourt will equip its personnel with essential skills, and provide a structured roadmap for cascading the Performance Management System, PMS, in the Commission.
Ogon noted that the training marks the start of a series of sessions aimed at enhancing overall efficiency and accountability in the Commission.
He explained: “This training serves as a foundational step in the transformative journey initiated by the federal government to introduce PMS across all ministries, departments, and agencies.
” It is essential for fostering accountability, transparency, and result-oriented governance in the public sector.”
He stressed the crucial role of PMS in delivering improved service outcomes, noting that the previously used Annual Performance Evaluation Report (APER) system had become ineffective.
“APER has been scrapped in the public service, as directed by the Federal Executive Council, and we must embrace PMS to establish a merit-based system that delivers value,” he reiterated.
He added that the introduction of key performance indicators (KPIs), ministerial scorecards, and clear performance targets, all designed to drive results with precision and focus.
Earlier, the Director II Admin and Human Resources, Mr. James Fole, said the workshop underscores the Commission’s commitment to addressing inefficiency and delivering quality service in line with the national development plan.
Fole added that the training aims to ensure all personnel have a thorough understanding of PMS, which will ultimately elevate service delivery standards across the board.
“The training is the first of a series of sessions that will continue over the coming weeks, including sectoral retreats and deeper dives into performance management practices,” he said.
He added that the training would equip participants with the knowledge to effectively monitor, measure, and reward performance, ensuring alignment between individual and institutional goals and national development priorities.
