By Henry Obetta

The Federal Character Commission, FCC, has officially launched a new website and integrated digital platform in a landmark initiative aimed at strengthening transparency, accountability, and compliance monitoring across more than 700 Ministries, Departments and Agencies, MDAs.

The event, which held on Tuesday, at the Presidential Villa Banquet Hall, Abuja attracted distinguished dignitaries from across the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary, as well as key government institutions, reflecting the national significance of the Commission’s digital transformation drive.

Unvieling the FCC website on behalf of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Secretary of Government of the Federation, George Akume, described the launch as a strategic step toward strengthening institutional performance and deepening accountability across government processes,”

Akume noted that the digital integration would enhance transparency and access to critical information in the Commission while also “delivering its mandate on fairness and equitable representation nationwide.”

Also speaking, the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, represented by wife of the Deputy Senate President, Hajiya Laila Barau Jibril, emphasized the significance of the initiative.

Jibril said that the digital platform demonstrated the fact that the nation’s institutions are ready to meet the demands of the fast evolving global society.

“Beyond technology, it represents a bridge between government and citizens, promoting inclusion, strengthening trust, and ensuring that every Nigerian can access information and opportunities without barriers.” she added

Chairman of FCC, Idris Wase, who represented the Speaker of the House od Rep, Abbas Tajudeen, delivered goodwill remarks, lauding the FCC’s leadership for driving institutional reforms through digital innovation.

Wase said“The House of Representatives recognises this initiative as a critical step toward strengthening transparency and accountability in public service,”

“Digital platforms such as this will not only enhance oversight and compliance but also promote equitable access to opportunities, which lies at the heart of the Federal Character principle.

“We commend the leadership of the Commission for aligning its operations with global best practices and for demonstrating that governance can be both inclusive and technology-driven.”

Earlier in her address, the Executive Chairman of the FCC, Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, described the launch as a spectacular moment in the Commission’s reform journey and a strategic alignment with global standards of public sector governance.

“The new official website provides a unified, accessible, and user-friendly platform through which the public can engage more effectively with the Commission, while enhancing visibility and operational efficiency,”

She stated the the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu which prioritizes digital transformation, innovation, and inclusive governance as pillars of national development.