The Kebbi State Government has directed all civil servants in the state to strictly observe official working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

The government also warned against lateness and absenteeism without proper approval.

The directive is contained in a circular issued by the Head of the Civil Service, Malami Shekare, dated September 23, 2026, from the Office of the Head of the Civil Service in Birnin Kebbi. The circular was made available on Wednesday.

Shekare said the order followed observations that some civil servants had formed the habit of arriving late or staying away from their duty posts without official communication or permission. He stressed that the approved working hours are clearly stated in the Public Service Rules.

He directed civil servants to be punctual and to comply fully with the set hours. Any absence or lateness, he said, must be officially communicated to and approved by the appropriate authority.

Heads of ministries, departments and agencies were also instructed to bring the circular to the attention of their staff and ensure strict compliance. The circular was addressed to senior officials including the Chief of Staff, Secretary to the State Government, commissioners, permanent secretaries and heads of government agencies across the state.

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