Governor Uba Sani has approved the disbursement of N4.289 billion to settle pension entitlements, gratuities, and death benefits for retired civil servants and families of deceased workers across state and local government services.
The Kaduna State Government said the payment covers liabilities under both the Contributory Pension Scheme (Accrued Rights) and the Defined Benefit Scheme, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce pension backlogs and strengthen social protection for retirees.
In a statement, the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, described the approval as a reflection of the administration’s commitment to the welfare of senior citizens.
He noted that the intervention is not only about clearing outstanding obligations but also about recognising the service of retirees and supporting families of deceased workers.
Maiyaki further disclosed that with the latest release, the total pension payments made by the administration since inception have reached N17.796 billion, benefiting at least 8,344 retirees and affected families.
According to him, the disbursement aligns with broader reforms aimed at improving fiscal discipline, boosting transparency, and ensuring sustainability in the state’s public finance management.
He added that the government remains committed to adopting prudent financial strategies and institutional measures to guarantee timely settlement of pension obligations, while ensuring that public servants retire with dignity and financial security.
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