The Ondo State Government has warned its employees, especially those in the healthcare sector, who intend to seek employment opportunities abroad to resign before doing so.
The government said any worker who contravened the rules would be penalised.
The Ondo State Head of Service, Mr. Kayode Ogundele, made this known at an event to kick-start 2023 Public Service Week in Akure, the state’s capital.
Ogundele emphasised the importance of following the established procedures when deciding to leave the government workforce.
He noted the trend of employees leaving without understanding the challenges they may face abroad.
“The ‘japa’ is everywhere, but there is no place better than Nigeria because the things we condone here in the government working place, you cannot do it over there,” Ogundele stated.
“If you decide not to work with the Ondo State government again, workers should be sincere and courageous enough to let the government know. Just be kind enough to give us the required notice.”
“It’s better you kindly tender your letter of resignation when you want to ‘japa’ and don’t be a burden on our bill, and ensure you exit gracefully. There is no other greener pasture better than Nigeria.”
Ogundele also raised concerns about some workers who travel abroad but still attempt to receive salaries from the government, even after leaving their positions.
He warned, “And anyone caught not resigning will face the penalty for that because he or she would be seen as flouting the rules of engagement, and don’t send anyone or your monarch to come and beg us.”
