By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja
Managing Director of National Hydroelectric Power Producing Areas Development Commission (N-HYPPADEC), Alhaji Abubakar Sadiq Yelwa has underscored the prime position of communication as an essential tool for effective service delivery and organizational efficiency.
The MD disclosed this in his opening remarks at a five-day workshop on “Official Communication Skills in Public Service Holdings”, organized by the Commission in collaboration with Oyereyi Consult, at Riverton Hotels, Lokoja.
He said that the workshop aimed to equip Administrative staff of the Commission with effective communication skills to improve interactions with colleagues, stakeholders, and the public.
He described communication as one of the most essential tools at the very heart of public service and a bridge between the government and the people.
The Managing Director who holds the title of “Katukan Yauri” said ability to speak well, to write clearly and to listen attentively is one of the most valuable endowments any person can possess.
“In our work at N-HYPPADEC, communication is not just about speaking or writing. It is about building understanding, fostering synergy among colleagues and creating trust between the Commission and the communities we serve in the power-producing areas.
“It is about ensuring that the policies and interventions we design are not just well-intentioned, but also well-explained and well-received.
“In today’s world, technical expertise alone is not enough. The ability to communicate ideas effectively is what makes technical knowledge impactful.
“A brilliant policy poorly explained is as good as no policy at all. An excellent service badly communicated may never be appreciated”, he explained.
Speaking in same vein, Dr Jimoh Haruna Gabi, Director, Finance and Administration in the Commission noted that failure to train leads to decline, making regular staff training a key policy.
On the new Annual Performance Evaluation System, Dr Gabi said the Commission had resolved to take proactive measures such as Directorate-by-Directorate retreats to practicalize the new system before the December 31, 2025 deadline.
One of the participants and the Kogi State Coordinator of the Commission, Mr Michael Omeiza Ajayi said the training aims to sharpen staff communication skills and abilities, improve the execution of management instructions in advancing the commission’s mission and vision.
Muazu Aminu Juro from the Registry Directorate at the Commission’s headquarters emphasized the importance of communication skills in information management, especially for registry staff as the first point of contact for the organization.
Atika Abdullahi, a Pension Desk Officer, believes the workshop will significantly improve communication with staff, enhance attentiveness and foster better listening skills crucial for effective service delivery and conflict resolution.
