gratuities
7 Nov
Ekiti State Governor Mr. Biodun Oyebanji has approved the release of the sum of N1billion as a gratuity to state pensioners. This was contained in a statement by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Yinka Oyebode, yesterday, which was made available to journalists in Ado-Ekiti. Also, the governor has approved…
5 Oct
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has settled ₦9,357,743,281.35 as payment for gratuities owed to Zamfara workers since 2011. The Governor approved the commencement of the payment of the backlog of gratuities earlier in February. In a statement in Gusau on Saturday, the Governor's spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the government had paid retired state…
6 Mar 2024
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has fulfilled a campaign promise by releasing an additional N2.7 billion for gratuities and leave grants. The amount, which is for the payment of gratuities to retired workers and leave grant for primary school teachers, brings the total amount the governor has approved for these purposes in his first…
10 Feb 2024
The Zamfara State government has begun delivering on its promise to retirees, initiating the payment of a staggering N13.4 billion in outstanding gratuities. This significant move aims to alleviate the financial burdens faced by former civil servants who have long awaited their rightful due. Governor Dauda Lawal established a dedicated committee to meticulously verify and…
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