Why OHCSF Prioritizes Workers’ Health, Wellbeing – Perm Sec

Why OHCSF Prioritizes Workers’ Health, Wellbeing – Perm Sec

The commitment of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, OHCSF, to the well-being of civil servants is not just a mere policy statement, but moral obligation.

This was made known by Alh. Mahmud Adam Kambari, the Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare at the OHCSF.

Kambari spoke while delivering his keynote address during a one-day sensitization seminar on “Optimizing Health and Wellness for Improved Productivity” for civil servants, in Abuja.

A total of 500 workers drawn from various Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs, participated in the seminar.

According to Kambari, the seminar seeks to promote healthy living and wellness amongst the workforce in line with Pillar 6 of the Federal Civil Service Strategy and Implementation Plan (FCSSIP25), which aims at enhancing the value proposition for civil servants.

He said: “As we gather here, we are confronted with a sobering reality of the increasing mortality rates of our colleagues in the civil service and the need to urgently address the situation.

“Many of these deaths are directly linked to occupational factors, and some of the departed officers were known to us personally.

“As I review the several death notifications that come to my desk every day for death benefit claims, a glaring truth emerges—the need to address preventable Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) and sudden deaths amongst the workforce.

“This is why we have placed premium on this Sensitization Seminar to educate our officers on healthy living and wellness”.

The Permanent Secretary further said the seminar also provides a unique platform to delve into the intricacies of healthy living and preventive measures against occupational-related disorders, maintaining that mental health plays a profound role in work performance.

“Under the visionary leadership of our esteemed Head of Service, we have witnessed the establishment of the Employee Wellness Centre, among other initiatives, dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of our dedicated civil servants.

“The Employee Wellness Centre, located at the ground floor of the Federal Secretariat Complex, Phase II, Block E, stands as a testament to our commitment to your well-being. It provides a range of services, including health education talks and counseling, all aimed at promoting a healthier and more balanced workforce.

“As Civil Servants, you shoulder significant responsibilities, often at the cost of work-related stress and health disorders. Your roles are pivotal, and your well-being is of paramount importance to the success of our collective endeavors as a Government,” he said.

By PRNigeria