Public Service Rules

Public Service Rules

What Is This Policy?

The comprehensive body of rules governing the terms and conditions of employment for all federal civil servants in Nigeria, covering appointment, promotion, discipline, leave, retirement, and general conduct.

Who Does It Target?

All federal civil servants Human resource departments in federal MDAs The Federal Civil Service Commission Staff unions and associations

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Ensure uniformity, fairness, and accountability in the management of the federal civil service by providing clear rules on every aspect of the employment relationship.

Key Features

Appointments and Promotions: Procedures for recruitment, confirmation, transfer, and career advancement Discipline: Code of conduct and graduated disciplinary procedures for misconduct Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, maternity leave, and other leave categories Retirement and Pension: Conditions for voluntary and compulsory retirement and pension entitlements General Conduct: Standards on dress, outside employment, political activity, and financial interests

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active and binding on all federal civil servants Coverage: Entire federal civil service Lead Agency: Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation Enforcement: Federal Civil Service Commission and MDA management

How to Access

The rules are available to all federal civil servants. Copies available through MDA human resource departments Access through the Office of the Head of the Civil Service

Official Resources

Website: ohcsf.gov.ng Contact: Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Abuja

Legal Framework

Operates under the Federal Civil Service Commission Act, the Third Schedule to the 1999 Constitution, the Public Service Rules, the Public Officers (Special Provisions) Act, and the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission Act. Draws on international civil service standards including those of the Commonwealth Secretariat.