Nigeria tightens rules, warns appointees against foreign trips without approval

Nigeria's Federal Government has introduced new, stringent rules governing official foreign travel for its appointees. Under the revised regulations, no government appointee will be permitted to undertake any official trip abroad without first securing explicit approval from the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF).

The directive, communicated through a circular, signals a move to tighten oversight on government expenditures and the official movements of public officials. The Federal Government appears keen on ensuring that all foreign travels are not only necessary but also properly documented and authorized at the highest administrative level.

This tightening of rules is expected to impact the frequency and nature of foreign engagements undertaken by government appointees. It underscores a broader effort by the administration to enhance accountability and fiscal discipline within the public service.