The Honourable Minister of Education, Chief Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, FAMedS, CON, has launched the Electronic Content Management (ECM) System, marking a major milestone in the Ministry’s digital transformation agenda. The launch event drew key figures, including the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, mni, the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, and several Directors.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Alausa described the ECM initiative as “a bold step toward revolutionizing service delivery, accountability, and efficiency across the education sector.” He explained that the system will help eliminate duplication, reduce errors, and ensure secure and transparent record management. The Minister directed the ICT Department to take the lead in implementation, emphasizing that the platform will improve operational transparency and efficiency across the Ministry.
Dr. Alausa further called for a solar-powered backup system to guarantee uninterrupted operation of the ECM, noting that the project aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for digital governance.
Mrs. Walson-Jack commended the Ministry’s leadership, describing the ECM as “a model for other MDAs ahead of the December 31, 2025 digitalization deadline,” in line with Pillar 5 of the Federal Civil Service Strategic Plan (2021–2025).
The Permanent Secretary, Mr. Enitan, praised the achievement, stating, “We are two months ahead of the national schedule.” The system was officially activated during a symbolic “Go-Live” ceremony led by the project consultant, Dr. Sam Nwosu.
