Who We Are
The Office of the Head of Service is entrusted with the responsibility of managing the human resource base of Edo State Public Service. We strive to provide an enabling environment and promote a high-performance culture through supervision, implementation, and setting of standards.
Office Of The Head Of Service
The Office of the Head of Service was established as a separate entity from the Office of the Secretary to the State Government in February 1999, in accordance with the directive of the Federal Government on the Restructuring of the Civil Service. The functions of the two Offices were clearly outlined in Circular Letter No. SGA. 7/5/T5/200 of 10th February 1999.
Our office is responsible for managing the human resource base of Edo State Public Service. We strive to create an enabling environment and promote a high-performance culture through supervision, implementation, and setting of standards. Additionally, we ensure that Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) continuously have a workforce that is capable of delivering on the objectives and programs of the State.
Vision
Our vision is to build a virile modern Public Service where efficiency, productivity, accountability, transparency, and effective service delivery are the hallmarks.
Mission
Our mission is to make Edo State a leading service provider in Nigeria through the provision of quality and transparent recruitment, service delivery, and improved welfare of Public Officers.
Objectives
Efficiency: To enhance the efficiency of the Edo State Public Service through effective human resource management practices..
Productivity: To promote a culture of productivity and excellence among public officers.
Accountability: To ensure accountability in the management of human resources in the Edo State Public Service.
Transparency: To promote transparency in the recruitment, promotion, and discipline of public officers.
Service Delivery: To improve service delivery in the Edo State Public Service through continuous training and capacity building.
Welfare of Public Officers: To enhance the welfare of public officers in the Edo State Public Service.

Monday Okpebholo
Executive Governor, Edo State

Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa
Deputy Governor, Edo State

Anthony Okungbowa Esq
Head Of Service, Edo State
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