In fulfilment of his campaign promises, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Wednesday approved the settlement of N32 billion in outstanding gratuities owed to retired civil servants, as well as death benefits for families of deceased workers in Kano State.

The latest disbursement of N5 billion brings the total amount paid so far to N32 billion, out of the N48 billion backlog inherited from previous administrations.
Flagging off the sixth tranche of payments at the Government House, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to permanently resolving the long-standing issue of unpaid gratuities and death benefits before the end of his first term in office.

According to him, “Today, Wednesday, April 8, 2026, we are releasing an additional N5 billion under the sixth tranche. This brings the cumulative total disbursed to N32 billion for the settlement of gratuity and death benefit arrears.
“I am pleased to note that the state government had earlier paid N27 billion in five tranches as of December 2025,” the governor added.

Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the leadership and members of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) for their understanding and cooperation.
He commended the unions for their continued support and patience, noting that the payments were aimed at providing lasting relief to pensioners and the families of deceased civil servants. He also urged beneficiaries to make prudent use of the funds.

In separate remarks, the Head of the Kano State Civil Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Maimota, and the Executive Chairman of the Kano State Pension Fund Trustees, Alhaji Habu Muhammad Fagge, praised the governor for his commitment to clearing the backlog within the first three years of his administration.
Similarly, leaders of various labour unions and pensioners’ groups commended the government for fulfilling its promises and bringing long-awaited relief to retired civil servants.