By Chidi Ugwu
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) achieved another significant milestone with the formal signing of the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) contract on 5th October 2025 at the Commission’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja.
The EPMS signing ceremony represents a key stride under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s (GCFR) Renewed Hope Agenda, reinforcing the Federal Government’s commitment to enhancing accountability, transparency, and efficiency in public service delivery.
The event was attended by the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, departmental and unit heads, as well as representatives from Triple Edge Consult, the implementing partner. The gathering underscored NIMC’s dedication to institutional excellence and performance-driven leadership.
In her welcome address, the Head of Human Capital Management, Mrs. Rhoda Jackden, highlighted the importance of the EPMS in aligning organisational goals with individual performance expectations. She noted that the system would serve as a catalyst for improving productivity and strengthening internal accountability across all operational levels.
Speaking on behalf of Triple Edge Consult, Team Lead, Barrister Olusegun Adekunle, emphasised the strategic value of the PMS framework, explaining that it provides measurable, transparent, and structured performance parameters for government agencies. According to him, the system will enable NIMC to efficiently monitor progress, achieve set targets, and deliver quality services to Nigerians.
The EPMS, which is meticulously aligned with NIMC’s mandate, introduces a structured approach to performance measurement, monitoring, and evaluation. With clearly defined indicators and performance metrics, it is designed to foster accountability, productivity, and improved service delivery throughout the Commission.
The DG/CEO, Engr. (Dr.) Abisoye Coker-Odusote, in her remarks commended the initiative and called for renewed dedication from all staff to ensure the system’s successful implementation. She urged departmental and unit heads to fully adopt and apply the agreed performance indicators, noting that this will be instrumental in achieving the objectives of the Renewed Hope Agenda.
She further revealed that a departmental cascade has commenced to ensure that all units align their activities with the provisions of the EPMS contract.
The event culminated in the formal signing of the EPMS contract by the DG/CEO, departmental heads, and unit representatives — marking a defining moment in NIMC’s institutional growth and operational transformation.
This milestone signals the beginning of a new era of performance-driven culture at NIMC, setting a strong foundation for improved efficiency, transparency, and service excellence across all levels of the Commission.
