Federal Character Commission

The Federal Character Commission (FCC) is a constitutional agency established to promote fairness, equity, and inclusiveness in the distribution of public appointments, employment, and allocation of resources in Nigeria. It ensures that all states and ethnic groups are adequately represented in the federal government to foster national unity and social cohesion.

The Commission plays a critical role in implementing the principle of federal character, which seeks to prevent domination by any single group and encourages diversity in the public service.

Core Functions and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Federal Character Principle in federal appointments and employment
• Ensuring equitable distribution of federal resources, projects, and infrastructure across all states
• Conducting audits and investigations into public service recruitment and appointments to prevent marginalization
• Advising government agencies on policies and practices to promote inclusiveness and fair representation
• Promoting public awareness and education on the importance of federal character for national integration
• Collaborating with ministries, departments, and agencies to implement affirmative action programs
• Reporting regularly to the President and National Assembly on compliance and challenges

This dashboard provides data on appointment distributions, compliance levels, and resource allocation, reflecting the Commission's role in enhancing fairness and unity within Nigeria's federal structure.