About Commission
The Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) is a statutory body established to oversee the administration, development, and regulation of human resources within the Local Government system. The Commission is responsible for ensuring that Local Government Councils are staffed with competent, disciplined, and motivated personnel capable of delivering effective and efficient public services at the grassroots level.
The Commission operates in accordance with relevant laws and regulations guiding public service administration. It serves as an impartial authority that promotes professionalism, transparency, accountability, and merit in the management of Local Government staff.
Mandate / Functions
The mandate of the Local Government Service Commission includes, but is not limited to, the following functions:
Recruitment, appointment, promotion, and confirmation of staff in the Local Government Service
Posting and transfer of personnel across Local Government Councils
Exercise of disciplinary control over Local Government staff in line with extant rules
Maintenance and management of staff records and service data
Advising the government on matters relating to Local Government manpower planning and development
Implementation of approved policies, circulars, and regulations affecting Local Government employees
Coordination of training and capacity-building programs to enhance staff performance and productivity
Vision
To build a professional, efficient, and responsive Local Government workforce that delivers quality governance and sustainable development at the grassroots level.
Mission
To effectively manage and develop human resources within the Local Government system through transparent recruitment processes, fair personnel administration, continuous capacity building, and strict adherence to established rules and best practices.
Anambra State L.G.S.C Awka
Chronicle Board For Chairmen
| NAME | DURATION | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| SIR E.I ANOLIEFO | MAY 13 1983 - JUL 31 1988 | CHAIRMAN |
| SIR A N ACHEBE | AUG 3 1988 - DEC 16 1999 | CHAIRMAN |
| CHIEF HEZ O NNUKWE | DEC 16 1999 - DEC 11 2000 | CHAIRMAN |
| DR ALEX OBIOGBOLU | DEC 11 2000 - DEC 10 2003 | CHAIRMAN |
| DR R C CHUKWUDEBELU | MAR 10 2003 - JUN 2003 | CHAIRMAN |
| CHIEF (SIR) EMMA NWANKWO | SEP 6 2005 - MAR 2006 | CHAIRMAN |
| DR (SIR) G N MUOTOLU | MAR 1 2007 - JUN 1 2012 | CHAIRMAN |
| DR (SIR) PETER EGENTI | JUN 2014 - JUL 30 2022 | CHAIRMAN |
| VIN IFEANYI EZEAKA (ESQ) | OCT 1 2022 - TILL DATE | CHAIRMAN |
At the Local Government Service Commission, Awka, our mission is simple: to build a strong, capable and motivated local government workforce. We provide strategic leadership in human resource management while upholding the principles of accountability, equity and professionalism.
By fostering excellence and ethical standards, the Commission supports effective service delivery and strengthens public trust in local government institutions.
Commission's Professionalism
All appointments, promotions, postings and disciplinary actions are carried out based on competence, qualifications, performance and established rules, ensuring equal opportunity for all employees without favoritism or discrimination. Through this approach, the Commission promotes trust, professionalism and justice within the Local Government Service.