Kano disburses N5bn to pay retirees

Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of retirees, with the commencement of the third phase of pension payments amounting to N5bn.

The initiative brings the total amount so far disbursed to pensioners under his administration to N16bn.

In a statement on Thursday by his spokesperson, Sunusi DawakinTofa, the governor announced that the latest phase was part of efforts to alleviate the plight of retirees who had devoted decades of service to the state.

“The flag-off signifies the administration’s continued dedication to clearing outstanding pension liabilities and ensuring financial security for Kano’s senior citizens,” the statement said.

During the first phase of payments, the governor allocated N6bn to the Kano State Pension Trust Fund, specifically targeting retirees below Grade Level 10.

The second phase saw an additional N5bn disbursed to pensioners who had served the state for 35 years.

Speaking on the development, the governor reiterated his administration’s resolve to settle all outstanding pension and gratuity benefits owed retirees in the state.

He assured that each retiree would receive his entitlements without delay, stressing that their sacrifices and contributions to the state would not be forgotten.

“Every retiree will receive their dues in a timely and transparent manner,” the governor was quoted as saying in the statement.

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