Nigerian government investigates civil servants receiving pay while abroad, demanding refunds and accountability.

The Nigerian government, through the Head of the Civil Service Didi Walson-Jack, confirms the ongoing investigation into civil servants receiving salaries while living abroad. President Bola Tinubu previously ordered refunds from these workers and vowed to hold department heads accountable. The investigation uses the Integrated Personnel and Payroll Information System to track staff movements and ensure compliance. Some workers have returned to Nigeria or resigned.

November 25, 2024
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