Director-General of the Public Service Staff Development Centre (PSSDC), Lagos, Adekunmilola Adio-Moses, has unveiled an ambitious vision to evolve the institution into a public service university, aimed at modernising governance and strengthening civil service capacity in the state.

Adio-Moses described the goal as creating a “citadel of learning that the whole world can be proud of,” where innovative ideas are generated, tested, and applied to improve governance and public service delivery. He emphasized the centre’s commitment to lifelong learning, equipping civil servants with practical, technology-driven skills and fostering innovation, policy research, and leadership development.

Since taking office on January 4, 2023, Adio-Moses has focused on implementing the PSSDC transformation roadmap, developed in collaboration with international partners. Key initiatives include upgrading digital infrastructure, installing underground fibre-optic cables, and redesigning classrooms for computer-based learning and assessments.

A block of classrooms has been converted into a modern computer-based test facility, capable of hosting hundreds of learners simultaneously. “You cannot run a learning institution in today’s world without strong digital infrastructure. If people are going to come here to learn, the environment must reflect the future, not the past,” Adio-Moses said.

The centre has also enhanced accommodation, recreational spaces, and learning facilities to support holistic development. He credited Lagos State’s T.H.E.M.E.S initiative for sustained backing, which has accelerated the pace of infrastructure and programmatic growth.

Currently, PSSDC runs 166 certification programmes in areas including law, agriculture, and economics, with growing demand from local government staff and self-funded participants, highlighting the public service’s strong appetite for professional development.

Adio-Moses noted that PSSDC is beginning to attract international collaborations, positioning the centre for global recognition as it enters a decisive phase focused on consolidation, expansion, and long-term relevance, over 30 years since its establishment.