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Published on 2024-03-04 11:32:38
The Zamfara Government recently announced that it has disbursed a total of over N2.3 billion in gratuity payments to 1,746 retired civil servants in the state. This significant disbursement was confirmed by Sulaiman Idris, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Dauda Lawal on Media and Publicity, in a statement released to the press in Gusau.
According to Idris, the gratuity payments were made to both state and local government retirees, with a total of 1,746 individuals benefiting from the funds. The disbursement of these payments is part of the government’s effort to settle the backlog of gratuity owed to retirees by previous administrations.
In total, 3,079 retirees were verified in order to facilitate the payment of these gratuities. Additionally, the government has already started the payment process for the second tranche of verified pensioners’ gratuity, with the first payments commencing on Friday, March 1.
Idris reported that a total of 413 verified retirees from the state civil service have received payments totaling N682.2 million. Furthermore, the payment process for verified local government retirees has also begun, with 403 pensioners from the local government areas being paid a total of N449.6 million.
The government’s commitment to settling these gratuity payments reflects its dedication to honoring its financial obligations to retired civil servants. By disbursing these funds, the Zamfara Government is providing much-needed financial support to retirees who have dedicated their careers to serving the state.
This initiative also underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring the financial security and well-being of its retirees. By prioritizing the payment of gratuities, the government is demonstrating its recognition of the valuable contributions made by civil servants throughout their careers.
The timely disbursement of these funds will undoubtedly provide relief to retirees who may rely on their gratuity payments for their financial stability. By honoring these payments, the Zamfara Government is upholding its responsibility to support and care for its retired civil servants.
Overall, the disbursement of over N2.3 billion in gratuity payments to retired civil servants in Zamfara State is a positive development that highlights the government’s commitment to honoring its financial obligations and supporting the well-being of its retirees.
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