Ministry of Housing and Urban Development Implements Performance Contracts
Top officials of the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development have signed performance contracts in accordance with President Bola Tinubu’s directive for all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This event in Abuja marks a significant step in institutionalizing a performance management system within the ministry.
Dr. Marcus Ogunbiyi, the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, highlighted that this event is pivotal in embedding a performance management system as part of the ongoing Federal Civil Service reform. He emphasized that these contracts align with national priorities and are designed to ensure the ministry remains a leader among government agencies.
“This is a demonstration of excellence and I urge you to remain consistent in this professional posture and dedication to duty,” Ogunbiyi stated. He noted that the ministry is mandated to drive pillar five of the presidential priorities, focusing on transportation and infrastructure as key enablers of growth.
The performance contracts are part of the Ministerial Performance Management System Plan (MPMS), which has been developed to guide departmental performance. This system ensures that departmental efforts align with national goals and the broader vision of improving the quality of life for Nigerians.
Dr. Ogunbiyi stressed that the ongoing programs in the housing sector go beyond mere construction; they symbolize a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for Nigerians by ensuring access to affordable housing and essential amenities. He highlighted that individual performance directly influences the overall performance of the ministry.
“Your departmental performance translates into the ministry’s performance. If you contribute your quota based on the weights attributed to your departments excellently well, you are boosting the ministry’s chances to do well and serve Nigerians better,” he explained.
Dr. Ogunbiyi urged officials to ensure their departments do not hinder the ministry’s ability to deliver on critical projects. He emphasized the importance of each department’s contribution to the success of the ministry in meeting its mandates and enabling the growth of other sectors of the economy.
“You and your departments should not be the reason why the ministry will score low and fail to deliver on critical projects meant to address critical issues that can enable growth in other sectors of the economy,” he concluded.
