The Federal Government has warned all federal civil servants on Salary Grade Level 12 and above , as well as those on essential services , to be at work from Monday despite the industrial action declared by labour unions .

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Folasade Yemi – Esan , in a circular dated September 25 , 2020 , asked those civil servants still working to shun the industrial action .

The circular which was addressed to all ministers , permanent secretaries , as well as heads of government ’ s agencies and parastatals , was titled “ The Nigerian labour unions planned industrial action ” .

It read , “ Sequel to the call by the labour unions for workers to embark on industrial action from Monday , September 28 , 2020 , the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation wishes to inform all public servants that the Federal Government team is currently engaging with the labour unions with a view to resolving all contentious issues and avert the planned industrial action .

“ Furthermore, it is important to note that there is a court injunction granted by the National Industrial Court (Suit No . NICN /ABJ / 253/ 2020 ) on September 24 , 2020 , restraining the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria from embarking on any tom of industrial action pending the hearing and determination of a motion on notice .

“ Accordingly , all officers on Grade Level 12 and above and those on essential services are hereby strongly advised to be at work to perform their official duties .

“ Permanent secretaries and chief executive officers are therefore enjoined to bring the contents of this circular to the attention of all concerned officers and ensure strict compliance . ”

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