ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF COLLEGE OF NIGERIA ACT
Act · Governance
An Act establishes the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria as a training institution for senior civil servants. It provides executive courses and research in public administration for federal and state managers. This builds capacity in public sector management.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF COLLEGE OF NIGERIA ACT
What Is This Policy?
An Act establishing the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON) as the apex training institution for senior civil servants and public administrators in Nigeria.
Who Does It Target?
Senior federal and state civil servants Public sector managers at director level and above Federal Ministry of Establishment and Training Development organisations partnering with ASCON
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Build public sector management capacity by providing high-quality executive training and development programmes for senior government officials.
Key Features
Executive Training: ASCON provides residential management courses for senior public sector executives. Research: Conducts research on public administration and management challenges in Nigeria. Consultancy: Offers management consultancy services to government agencies and corporations. International Programmes: Hosts training programmes for African public administrators.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active — ASCON Topo is fully operational Coverage: Federal and state public sectors nationwide Beneficiaries: Senior public servants; public sector efficiency Funding: Federal Government; course fees
How to Access
Nomination from the Ministry of Establishment or the employing MDA Must meet seniority requirements for specific programmes Some programmes open to private sector participants Application method: Apply through the Ministry of Establishment, Pension and Pension Matters or https://www.ascon.gov.ng
Official Resources
Website: https://www.ascon.gov.ng Contact: Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON)
Legal Framework
Established under the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria Act (Cap A6 LFN 2004). Operates alongside the Public Service Rules, the Civil Service Act, and the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation Act. Funded through the annual federal budget. Aligns with the National Capacity Building Framework, the National Public Service Reform Programme, and the SERVICOM mandate for public service delivery.