The Yobe State government has released ₦5.8 billion for the settlement of all outstanding gratuity liabilities owed to retired state public officers in the state.
Alhaji Mohammed Gaidam, Commissioner of Finance in the State, who disclosed this, said the approval underscored the Governor Buni administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of its civil servants who have served the state meritoriously.
Geidam described the approval of ₦5.8 billion as a “clear demonstration of Governor Buni’s compassionate leadership and his administration’s deep appreciation for the years of service rendered by Yobe’s retirees.
“By clearing this substantial backlog and institutionalising a prompt, monthly payment system, the governor has provided much-needed financial relief and restored dignity to our senior citizens,” he added.
Gaidam said the governor further directed that the payment of gratuities must be integrated into the state’s monthly financial schedule.
“The cleared gratuity payments will be made monthly, alongside the regular pension payments, ensuring that no future backlog of retirement benefits is allowed to accumulate,” he said.
He emphasized that the Ministry of Finance and the Office of the Head of Service were working collaboratively to ensure the seamless and transparent disbursement of the funds to all affected retirees immediately.
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