Lagos State Government has commenced its 2026 promotion exercise for civil servants and personnel in its parastatal and agencies.
The development was announced via the state government’s official X handle, indicating that the exercise covers officers on Grade Levels 01–05 within the core civil service and those on Grade Levels 01–16 in parastatal organisations.
As part of the process, officers on Grade Levels 01–05 in the mainstream service and Grade Levels 01–10 in parastatals are participating in the Revised Structured Training Programme, RSTP, while those on Grade Levels 12–16 in parastatal agencies are undergoing the Structured Evaluation Assessment Programme, SEAP.
SEAP is being introduced for the first time as a formal requirement for senior-level promotions, incorporating written examinations and computer-based tests, in line with the state’s push for a merit-driven system.
According to officials, the initiative is designed to ensure that career advancement is determined by competence, performance, and professional development, in line with the government’s broader reform agenda.
The exercise is currently taking place at the Public Service Staff Development Centre in Magodo and the Women Development Centre in Agege.
A total of 388 officers are participating in the SEAP, while 4,870 officers are undergoing the structured training programme.
The Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Afolabi Ayantayo, who monitored the exercise, described the conduct of participants and the coordination at the centres as orderly. He encouraged officers to remain committed throughout the process, urging them to “approach the process with dedication and a strong sense of responsibility.”
Ayantayo noted that the introduction of SEAP would ensure that promotions are based on proven knowledge, skills, and competence, while also strengthening the capacity of the public workforce.
Also speaking, the Permanent Secretary, Olubusola Abidakun, expressed satisfaction with the level of organisation and preparedness, reiterating the ministry’s resolve to sustain reforms aimed at boosting efficiency and productivity within the civil service.
The promotion exercise is expected to continue through the week and into the following week, with various sessions designed to prepare officers for higher responsibilities.
In line with civil service regulations, promotion committees will assess eligible candidates, while officers who are unsuccessful retain the right to appeal within a stipulated period.