ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY AND PERFORMANCE OF CIVIL SERVANTS IN ENUGU STATE

The study evaluated the economic sustainability and performance of civil servants in Enugu State. The specific objectives were to; verify the relationship between cost savings and problem-solving ability; and examine the relationship between job creation and work output of civil servants in Enugu State. The area of the study was Enugu State. The study used the descriptive survey design approach. The primary source of data was the administration of questionnaire. A total population of 288 selected civil servants was used. The whole population was used to due small number. Two hundred and forty-eight (248) respondents returned the questionnaire and accurately filled. Data was presented and analyzed using Likert Scale and the hypotheses tested using Z – test. The findings indicated that there was significant positive relationship between cost savings and problem-solving quality, Z = 10.160, P. = .05. There was significant positive relationship between job creation and work output of civil servants in Enugu State. Z = 10.859, P. = .05. the study concluded that Economic sustainability is a key factor influencing the performance of civil servants in Enugu State. A stable and supportive economic environment enhances job satisfaction, promotes efficiency, and enables civil servants to perform their duties effectively. The study recommended among others that the government should implement cost-effective measures, such as optimizing resource allocation and reducing waste, to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining efficient public services