FG halts payment for unauthorised foreign trips by appointees

The Federal Government has issued a directive to halt payments for unauthorised foreign trips by government appointees, effective immediately. The circular, dated August 13, 2026, issued by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, targets all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, as well as the Office of the Auditor-General for the Federation.

The directive aims to ensure proper coordination, accountability, transparency, and prudent management of public resources, as previous circulars since 2012 have failed to curb non-compliance. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will make evidence of OSGF approval a compulsory requirement for processing diplomatic and visa applications for government appointees travelling abroad.

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