President Bola Tinubu has instructed that civil servants who continue to draw salaries from the government after relocating abroad must repay the funds. This directive was issued during an awards ceremony hosted by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation to mark the 2024 Civil Service Week and recognize outstanding civil servants in key ministries.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE....CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE
Represented by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, President Tinubu expressed disappointment over the presence of ghost workers within the system. He highlighted revelations from the Head of the Civil Service regarding employees relocating abroad while still receiving salaries without formally resigning.
“It is encouraging that steps have been taken to address this issue, but we must ensure accountability and restitution,” Tinubu emphasized. He reiterated the government’s commitment to punishing those involved and recovering the misused funds for the national treasury.
Additionally, Tinubu acknowledged the challenges facing the civil service and affirmed his administration’s dedication to enhancing the welfare and development of civil servants to optimize national growth. He pledged ongoing support for stability in the civil service and the implementation of reforms aimed at improving efficiency and service delivery.
The event also featured the presentation of top prizes, including a luxury SUV, a two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow, and a serviced plot of land, alongside cash awards to commendable civil servants. Dr. Folasade Yemi-Esan, the HOCSF, announced these prizes and highlighted contributions from the Nigeria Customs Service towards the occasion.>>>CONTINUE FULL READING HERE
