As Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan retires from the civil service after a distinguished career, I wish to publicly commend her for reforming the civil service and leaving behind a legacy of professionalism.

Dr. Folashade Yemi-Esan’s tenure as Head of Service stands as a testament to exceptional leadership and dedication. Her remarkable contributions have left an enduring legacy in the realm of public service, characterised by her dedication and commitment to reform, efficiency and integrity.

In addition to running an effective civil service, Dr. Yemi-Esan championed the whistle blower policy in the civil service, thereby creating an avenue for citizens to report any maladministration in the civil service. I particularly note that every time I reached out to Dr. Yemi-Esan over corrupt or sharp practices by civil servants, she availed me her time and resolved all issues I brought to her attention.

 As we reflect on Dr. Yemi-Esan’s career, I celebrate her as a paragon of excellence and dedication, and I believe that her legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire and guide the civil service in years to come.

DEJI ADEYANJU, ESQ