Kebbi Governor Approves ₦241 Million for Payment of 91 Retirees’ Gratuities

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved the release of ₦241 million for the payment of gratuities to 91 civil servants who retired from service in November and December 2023.

The approval is part of the fulfillment of campaign promises made by Gov. Idris to ensure that retired workers receive their entitlements.

The announcement was made in a statement issued by Kebbi Head of Service, Alhaji Safiyanu Garba-Bena on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi.

Out of the 96 potential beneficiaries, 91 retirees were verified by a committee set up for the payment of gratuity or death benefits in the state, local governments, and local government education authorities.

In addition to the payment of gratuities, Gov. Idris also approved the release of ₦34 million for the payment of adjustments in disparities in pensions for 2012 and 2013 retirees.

This decision is based on the recommendations made by a committee set up to verify and ascertain claims made by aggrieved retirees.

The gesture by the Kebbi State government is a significant step towards ensuring that retired civil servants receive their well-deserved benefits and highlights the administration’s commitment to fulfilling its campaign promises.