Nigeria: Civil Servants Celebrate As Tinubu Approves Full Gratuity Scheme From 2026
Civil servants in Nigeria are celebrating the approval of a full gratuity scheme for retiring workers by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, marking the end of a long-standing demand.
DRC: a new report confirms the uncontrolled increase in the payroll in the public service
A recent report confirms a significant increase in the payroll for civil servants in the Democratic Republic of Congo, rising from $2.75 billion in 2021 to an estimated $4.58 billion in 2025.
Limeira's civil servants approve a 5.5% salary increase, but union points out dissatisfaction
Municipal workers in Limeira accepted a 5.5% salary increase, but remain dissatisfied with the proposal, according to their union.
2027: Kwara, Cross River mandate resignation for officials seeking office
The Kwara State Government has mandated civil servants aiming to contest in the 2027 elections to resign from their positions, a directive echoed by Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu for political appointees.
Operation of the Public Ministry targets two civil servants suspected of diverting funds in company contracts by Agehab
A public operation in Goiás is investigating two civil servants linked to the misappropriation of public funds within the Agehab's contracting processes.
Yobe pays March salaries early ahead of Eid
The Yobe State Government has initiated early payment of March salaries to assist civil servants in preparing for Eid al-Fitr.
Alepa approves 6% adjustment for state civil servants of Pará; project caused protests
The Pará State Legislative Assembly approved a 6% salary adjustment for state public servants, leading to protests from some groups demanding higher increases.
Basque municipalities warn that 70% of secretaries and municipal inspectors are missing
Basque municipalities are sounding the alarm about a severe shortage of national-habilitation civil servants, with 70% of key secretarial and inspection positions remaining unfilled.
Eid-el-Fitr: Kwara begins payment of March salaries
The Kwara State Government has started paying March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Eid-el-Fitr: Kano orders early payment of March salaries
The Kano State Government has ordered early payment of March salaries for civil servants to facilitate preparations for Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.
Reform UK government would replace top civil servants with policy ‘believers’
Reform UK plans to replace senior civil servants with individuals aligned with their political agenda, raising concerns over the potential destabilization of the civil service.
Program 'Talking with Internal Control' gathers managers and civil servants from western Pará
Public managers and civil servants from western Pará are participating in the 2026 edition of the 'Talking with Internal Control' program aimed at improving public administration.
Paternity leave of 20 days is a reality for judges, but not for other civil servants, says analysis
In Brazil, while judges and some federal employees enjoy a 20-day paternity leave, most workers, including public servants, are still entitled to only five days after the birth of a child.
Kogi pays March salaries ahead of Sallah
The Kogi State Government has disbursed March salaries to civil servants in preparation for the upcoming Sallah celebration.
This is how the chairman of the aid committee commented on Poutala's distribution of funds to close associates
Finnish Youth Minister Mika Poutala controversially allocated public funding to Christian youth organizations against civil servants' advice.
VIDEO: Civil servants are "bullied from all sides," says Siliņa
Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa expressed concerns about the bullying of civil servants during a recent interview.
Yle: Mika Poutala distributed money to Christian organizations – civil servants opposed
Finnish Minister Mika Poutala awarded general grants to two Christian organizations despite civil servants' objections on grounds of eligibility.
What the Mandelson documents reveal – and what we still don’t know
The article discusses the revelations surrounding Peter Mandelson's severance payout, highlighting his significant demands and the controversy over the amount he ultimately received.
PF Operation Removes Five Civil Servants from the City Hall after Investigation of Threats Against Former Mayoral Candidate and Vote Buying in Paraná
The Federal Police of Brazil has suspended five civil servants from the São Miguel do Iguaçu city hall as part of an operation investigating threats against a former mayoral candidate and allegations of vote-buying.
NLC applauds FG over new 100% gratuity scheme
The Nigeria Labour Congress has praised the government's approval of a new gratuity scheme for retiring federal civil servants.
MP investigates nepotism and recommends the dismissal of two civil servants in MS
The Public Ministry of Mato Grosso do Sul is investigating nepotism allegations in the Rochedo City Hall and has recommended the dismissal of two civil servants hired irregularly.
The Supreme Court establishes that simultaneous payment of the maternity bonus for both parents is also allowed for civil servants
Spain's Supreme Court has ruled that both parents can simultaneously receive a maternity bonus for pensions recognized between January 1, 2016, and February 3, 2021, including civil servants.
Nigeria: Panic Grips Civil Servants As Firefighters Battle to Quell Inferno At Head of Service
Civil servants in Abuja were evacuated as firefighters responded to a fire at the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.
DRC: The government acknowledges delays in civil servants' salary payments
The Congolese government admits to delays in salary payments for civil servants due to cash flow issues.
Erkki Keldo: 50,000 Euro Performance Bonus for Civil Servants – Waste or Smart Investment?
The Estonian government plans to introduce a performance bonus of up to 50,000 euros for civil servants, raising concerns about the use of taxpayer money, but Minister Erkki Keldo argues it can drive significant public sector savings and reforms.
Liberia: Reform Must Not Come At the Cost of Accountability
Liberia's restructuring of traffic management has raised concerns about accountability despite assurances of job security for civil servants.
FG approves 100% gratuity for retiring civil servants
The Nigerian Federal Government has approved a 100% gratuity scheme for retiring civil servants, effective January 1, 2026, to improve their welfare and financial security.
The government wants to start paying civil servants bonuses of up to 50,000 euros
The Estonian government plans to introduce bonuses of up to 50,000 euros for civil servants who significantly benefit society or save substantial funds.
The Dysfunction and Subjectivity of Civil Servants According to Photographer Tanit Plana
In 'Disfuncionàries,' Tanit Plana explores the complexities of bureaucracy through the lens of artificial intelligence, depicting how control and normalization shape our experiences.
Anambra cuts February pay for workers over Monday sit-at-home
The Anambra State Government has implemented salary reductions for civil servants who did not work on Mondays designated as sit-at-home days, leading to complaints about inconsistent deductions.
781 people who refused the 'Yoon Suk-yeol Medal' received it under the Lee Jae-myung government
Over 700 civil servants, educators, and military personnel who previously refused to accept government awards under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration were recently recognized under the Lee Jae-myung administration.
Sit-at-home: Anambra cuts February salaries for workers who skipped Mondays
The Anambra State Government has reduced the February salaries of workers who did not attend work on the declared sit-at-home Mondays.
Reform of Pension Provision: Why Civil Servants Should Also Be Included in the Statutory Pension Fund
Economist Axel Börsch-Supan advocates for including civil servants in Germany's statutory pension system during an interview discussing pension reforms.
Kwara promotes 2,000 civil servants
The Kwara State Government has promoted over 2,000 civil servants following successful examinations and interviews for the 2024 promotion exercise.
More than 40% of civil servants report using remote work to escape pressure
More than 40% of civil servants in France utilize remote work to alleviate pressure, according to a study by DGAFP.
5 of the most unbelievable 'additional perks' of Brazilian civil service
The Brazilian Supreme Court is set to decide whether to uphold a suspension on extra salaries that exceed the constitutional ceiling, affecting a minority of civil servants with inflated paychecks.
Coming Soon: STF judges the legality of additional payments for civil servants
The STF is set to review the legality of additional payments made to civil servants, amid discussions of a constitutional amendment allowing payments beyond salary caps.
STF to decide on additional payments for civil servants this Wednesday; projects have been stalled in Congress for years
The Brazilian Supreme Court will deliberate on a decision regarding additional payments to civil servants that have been a subject of legal and legislative contention for years.
Only Public Employees Granted Paid Childcare Leave, Human Rights Commission Identifies Discrimination
The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has ruled that applying unpaid childcare leave solely to public workers, while offering paid leave to civil servants, constitutes discrimination.
President Yoon: Civil servants who overlooked illegal facilities in valleys should be severely punished
President Yoon has ordered severe penalties for civil servants who failed to report illegal facilities occupying river and valley areas during inspections.
Former Prince Andrew charged taxpayers for massages while splurging on lavish trips as trade envoy: report
Former Prince Andrew reportedly charged taxpayers for massages during his tenure as the U.K.'s trade envoy, alongside extravagant spending, according to former civil servants.
Andrew update amid claims disgraced ex-prince 'used taxpayer money for massages'
Former Prince Andrew is accused of misusing taxpayer funds for personal massages and excessive travel expenses during his time as a trade envoy.
Almost R$ 8 million lost: losses in a fund linked to Banco Master may affect retirements of civil servants in MG
Civil servants in Pouso Alegre, MG may struggle to receive their pensions due to significant losses in a fund associated with Banco Master.
Former bank correspondent arrested suspect of leading fraud scheme in Acre
A former bank correspondent was arrested in Rio Branco, Brazil, on suspicion of leading a fraud scheme targeting retirees, pensioners, and civil servants.
Yobe adjusts working hours for Ramadan
The Yobe State Government has revised official working hours for civil servants in observance of Ramadan, allowing for earlier closing times.
Front companies, support from civil servants and access to confidential information: how the CV's structure for trafficking in AM was organized
The Comando Vermelho (CV) organized a drug trafficking operation in Amazonas with the assistance of public agents, which included the use of front companies and access to confidential police information.
Podcast analyzes decisions of Dino and Lula affecting perks for civil servants
The STF Minister Flávio Dino has prohibited the enactment of new laws permitting additional perks for civil servants, following a previous decision to suspend salaries exceeding the constitutional ceiling.
Ministers must end ‘barking mad’ restraints on civil service pay, union leader warns
The leader of the Prospect union urges government ministers to lift salary constraints on civil servants to recruit necessary technical and digital specialists.
Lula vetoes perks above the salary cap for civil servants and staggered raises until 2029 approved by Congress
President Lula sanctioned a salary increase for Legislative and Court of Accounts officers while vetoing measures that allowed paychecks to exceed the public sector salary cap.
Ramadan: Kano grants civil servants one-hour work reduction
The Kano State Government has approved a one-hour reduction in working hours for civil servants during Ramadan 1447AH.