The Delta state government has revised its dress code for public servants in a bid to promote decency within the state’s public service.
According to a circular signed by the Head of Service, senior officers were reminded of their responsibility to lead by example and ensure compliance with the new directive.
“It is also very important to underscore the vital role expected of senior public servants in revising the said anomaly through leading examples of appropriate dressing culture that demonstrates decorum to guide and correct subordinates; and whenever lapses are observed, sanctions may be invoked towards checkmating the ugly trend, based on the Public Service Rule No.04314, which states inter-alia: ‘No Officer shall appear in the office or anywhere in his official capacity attired in a manner deemed inappropriate or immodest.’”
“All officers on GLs 13 and above should appear at work in Complete Suits, except for uniform officers as given. All officers on SGLs 07-12 should appear as in (i) above or in a Pair of Trousers, Shirt, and Tie, except all Administrative Officers who should always be in a Suit.
For female officers, it directed that “All officers on SGLs 13 and above should appear at work on Trouser Suits, Skirt Suits or Corporate Gowns below the knee level (No hats); and all Trousers must come in Suits.”
“All female dressing should be with decorum devoid of any provocative exposure of cleavages. Meanwhile, braided or tinted hair, long eyelashes, and artificial nails are prohibited.”
The circular warned that erring officers would be sent back home or risk further sanctions.
“It behooves all Heads of Departments to execute these provisions; and not hesitate in directing any erring officer that is inappropriately attired to return home, dress decently and resume duty promptly; or risk more stringent sanctions from the Accounting Officer forthwith.”
“All Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Extra-Ministerial Departments are enjoined to give the content of this Circular the much-desired publicity for staff guidance and strict adherence, please.”