COVID-19 and Its Impact on Government Workers Performance in Nigeria: A Study of Oredo Local Government Area, Edo

Abstract

This study examined the impact of COVID-19 on the performance of workers in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to examine the ways in which COVID-19 vaccination, social distancing, use of face masks affect the performance of workers in Oredo Local Government area. The Expectancy theory of Victor Vroom 1964 served as the theoretical framework, and a survey research design was used with a questionnaire as the research instrument. The study found that COVID-19 vaccination is an effective means of ensuring the safety of civil servants from contracting COVID-19, but it can also lead to discomfort and work performance issues for some individuals. The use of face masks was found to create some challenges for Government workers and members of the public, but it also helped individuals and members of the public with a greater sense of confidence and safety in areas with high-risk environments. Based on these findings, the study recommended that government workers and members of the general public in Edo State should continue to abide by safety measures to curb the spread of COVID-19, even in the COVID-19 era. Government workers should not abuse the freedom given to them when asked to work from home, and proper sensitization should be carried out prior to enacting COVID-19 work policies that may affect the performance of civil servants. This will help to ensure that government workers understand the need to abide by the policies and

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