APC Convention: FG Directs Abuja Civil Servants To Work From Home

The Federal Government has directed civil servants working within the Federal Secretariat in Abuja to work from home as leaders, delegates and supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) gather at Eagle Square for the party’s national convention.

Naija News understands that the convention is expected to attract party stakeholders from across the country and is considered a major political event ahead of preparations for the 2027 general elections.

The directive was contained in a circular issued by Abdul S. U. Garba, Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare Office, on behalf of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation.

According to the circular, all access roads leading to and around the Federal Secretariat Complex, Phases I, II and III, will be closed from Friday, March 27, to Saturday, March 28, 2026.

“All Ministries, Extra-Ministerial Departments, Agencies and Offices located within the Federal Secretariat, Phases I, II & III are hereby informed of the closure of all access roads leading to and around the said Federal Secretariat Complex, from Friday, 27th to Saturday, 28th March, 2026,” the statement read.

The government explained that the closure was necessary because Eagle Square would be used for the APC national convention during the period.

“This is due to the use of Eagle Square for the National Convention of the All Progressives Congress on the said dates,” the circular stated.

The circular further directed that civil servants whose offices are located within the affected areas should work remotely on the specified day.

“Accordingly, all personnel whose offices are located within Phases I, II and III of the Federal Secretariat Complex, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, are to work from home on Friday, 27th March, 2026,” it added.

The government also instructed heads of ministries, departments and agencies to ensure that the directive is strictly implemented.

“All concerned Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Agencies are kindly requested to bring the content of this Circular to the attention of their staff, and ensure strict compliance,” the circular stated.