From HASSAN JIRGI Damaturu
Following the implementation of the new minimum wage structure for civil servants, Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni has raised retirees’ pensions to N32,000.
Some of the pensioners confirmed that they had received N32,000 increase in their monthly pension for the month of December following commencement of the new minimum wage in the state.
A statement signed by Senior Special Assistant Digital and Strategic
Communications Yusuf Ali, started that,
this is the first time the minimum wage increase has been extended to pensioners in the state.
According to the statement, “This thoughtful decision marks a significant milestone in the welfare of retired civil servants who were collecting meagre as pension”.
He added that people increasingly testified the increase in the monthly payment for pensioners is just a tip of the iceberg in Yobe State.
Buni has demonstrated a commitment to improving the welfare of pensioners through several financial initiatives.
AljazirahNigeria gathered that in August 2024, the Governor approved over N708 million for the payment of benefits to 461 retirees across the state.
Additionally, Governor Buni increased the monthly allocation for gratuity payments from N100 million to N200 million, effectively doubling the funds available for settling retirees’ benefits.
The Nigeria Union of Pensioners, NUP, in Yobe State expressed appreciation for the increased monthly gratuity payments, acknowledging the positive impact on retirees’ welfare.
