Finance ministry to align workforce with operational needs following PASGA review
The Federal Ministry of Finance has concluded a close-out meeting on the Personnel Audit and Skills Gap Analysis (PASGA) exercise, aimed at aligning its workforce with functional demands and improving service delivery.
The meeting, held on Thursday in collaboration with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation and consultants, reviewed findings, validated outcomes, and set the direction for implementation across the ministry.
Speaking at the session, the Permanent Secretary, Special Duties, Mohammed Sanusi Danjuma, described the exercise as a structural intervention that would shape how human resources are deployed, noting that it provides a clear basis for assessing workforce composition and aligning personnel with operational priorities.
According to him, the effectiveness of the ministry depends on the deliberate placement of skills where they are most required, adding that the process enables management to identify gaps and make informed decisions on workforce planning.
He also acknowledged the role of the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation in driving the initiative, stating that the exercise strengthens the capacity of Ministries, Departments and Agencies to respond to evolving governance demands.
Providing details, the Director of Human Resource Management, Aderonke Jaiyesimi, said the exercise began in October 2025, with 752 officers completing the personnel audit and 504 participating in the skills gap assessment.
She added that 255 officers have received personnel audit certificates, while 242 have been issued skills assessment certificates, noting that the exercise has improved personnel records and provided a clearer mapping of competencies across departments.
In her presentation, the lead consultant from TWPC Tech, Mojisola Olegbegi, said the programme is being implemented by 16 consultants across MDAs, stressing that the PASGA framework is designed to address critical skills gaps, while the ministry reaffirmed its commitment to applying the findings to strengthen workforce planning and service delivery.
