Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas has approved one billion naira to offset backlog of 14 years gratuity owed workers in the state.
Emmanuel Bello, Governor Kefas Special Adviser on Media and Digital Communication, in a statement said the approval is part of the present administration’s commitments to ensure welfare of workers in the state.
WikkiTimes understand that since 2021, the state government has not settled gratuity owed retired workers, hence the decision of the government to bring smile to the face of the retired workers who dedicated their time and energy in the service of the state.
“Governor Kefas, while signing the approval, directed the ministry of finance to ensure immediate payments of the overdue entitlements. He regretted the delays and said his government would not abandon workers who had served their fatherland diligently” he said.
Similarly, Governor Kefas has also approved that the sum of N200 million be set aside each month to offset the backlog and continue the payments.
The Media Aide recalled that Governor Kefas had during electioneering campaigns, promised to offset pensions and gratuity in spite of the huge backlog.
“The governor noted that it is unrighteous to deny workers who have slaved over the years their entitlements. He noted that his government will continue to service and make prompt payments of salaries, pension payments, and gratuities”, he added.
The statement also quoted Rose Garba Ajiya, the Permanent Secretary, Pensions, assuring pensioners that the gesture will effectively end many years of anguish and frustration of aged pensioners, noting that herself and her team are well prepared to begin payments as all records are available and accurately kept.
Yawale Adamu is an investigative reporter driven by a passion for accountability and purposeful leadership.
He specializes in crafting compelling stories in both English and Hausa, with a focus on amplifying the voices of marginalized and underreported communities, offering hope and advocating for justice through his reportage.
Experience
With over a decade of experience, Yawale has produced numerous investigative stories that uncovered corruption, abuse of power, and mismanagement of public funds. From 2012 to 2022, he also served as a newscaster and translator at BRC FM Misau.
Awards
Yawale was honored as the Best Reporter of the Year at BRC FM Misau for the 2012–2013 period, reflecting his dedication and impact in the field of journalism.
