POLITICAL APPOINTEES AND CIVIL SERVANT'S CONFLICTS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR IN NIGERIA

In this research, the study examined the conflicts that exist between the political appointees and civil servants in public service with a view to identifying the factors that could be behind these conflicts and its implication for governance and public service delivery in the Nigerian public sector. Secondary sources such as peer-reviewed articles, such as politicisation of the civil service, communication gaps and conflicting governmental reports and NGO publications, are used to reveal the major contributing factors to the objectivity gap between the two groups. The research finds that this results in lower efficiency, lower morale among civil servants and loss of faith in governmental institutions. Steps taken to address these challenges include defining clear lines of accountability, encouraging training initiatives to build respect, improving communication processes, and establishing sound conflict management processes. The study points to the need to promote a team culture for better public administration in Nigeria for better public services to citizens.