Nigeria, Sept. 11 -- The Delta State Government, through the Head of Service, has announced a revised dress code for public servants.

In a statement posted on the state's official Facebook page on Thursday, the government banned several grooming styles and cosmetic accessories deemed inappropriate for the civil service.

The prohibited items include "resource control" and "papa's" caps, bushy beards, clothing that exposes cleavages, braided or tinted hair, long eyelashes, artificial nails, and other similar adornments.

The government explained that the measure was introduced to enforce discipline and uphold professional standards within the state's public service.

According to the government, the policy reflects Sheriff Oborevwori's ad...