The Kebbi State Government has directed civil servants across the state to strictly observe the official working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, warning against lateness and absenteeism.

The directive, according to a statement made available to our correspondent on Wednesday, was 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, Cabinet Office, Birnin Kebbi.

Shekare said the directive followed observations that some civil servants had developed the habit of reporting late for work or staying away from their duty posts without official communication or approval.

He said, “The approved official working hours for the State Civil Service are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, and all civil servants are expected to strictly adhere to them.”

The Head of Service added that the prescribed working hours were provided for under Chapter 13, Section 4, Sub-section 140122 of the Public Service Rules, 2021 Edition.

He directed civil servants to “be punctual at their duty posts and comply strictly with the approved working hours.”

Shekare further warned that any absence or lateness must be officially communicated to and approved by the appropriate authority.

“Any absence from duty or lateness must be officially communicated to, and approved by, the appropriate authority,” he said.

He also directed heads of ministries, departments and agencies to bring the circular to the attention of their staff and ensure strict compliance.

The circular was addressed to the Chief of Staff, Government House; Director, Deputy Governor’s Office; Secretary to the State Government; commissioners; permanent secretaries; and chief executives of commissions, boards and parastatals across the state.

Source: punchng.com

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The Nigerian Army has operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and improve rapid response across the state.

In a statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau, on Tuesday on X, the newly activated units are the 12 Infantry Battalion in Bakura, 23 Infantry Battalion in Kaura Namoda and 28 Infantry Battalion in Anka.

The battalions are expected to expand the Army’s operational coverage and secure their respective Areas of Responsibility (AOR).

Speaking during the activation ceremonies, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General BP Koughna, represented by the Acting Commander, 1 Brigade, Colonel Joseph Umaru, reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to strengthening security operations in the state.

Colonel Umaru said the military would continue to work towards protecting law-abiding citizens, stressing that lasting peace required cooperation among security agencies, traditional institutions and communities.

He called on residents to support security agencies by providing “timely, credible, and actionable intelligence.”

Addressing the newly deployed troops, Umaru charged them to maintain discipline, professionalism and operational vigilance while carrying out their constitutional responsibilities and adhering to established Rules of Engagement.

The traditional rulers in the three locations also welcomed the establishment of the new battalions.

The Emir of Bakura, Alhaji Bello Sani; Emir of Anka, Alhaji Attahiru Muhammad Ahmad; and Emir of Kaura Namoda, Maj. Dr Sanusi Mohammed Ahmed (rtd), commended the Nigerian Army for establishing the additional units.

The monarchs described the deployments as a “crucial milestone” towards restoring normalcy and improving safety in communities across Zamfara.

They also assured the Army of the continued support of traditional institutions, particularly through community mobilisation and information sharing.

“We urge residents to provide timely, credible, and actionable intelligence,” Umaru said

The army said the new battalions are expected to enhance its ability to respond rapidly to security threats and strengthen operations across their respective areas of responsibility.

Source: punchng.com

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