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Gombe State Governor Flags Off Disbursement of Backlog Gratuity Payments to Retirees

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Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to clearing outstanding entitlements owed to retirees in Gombe State. Since assuming office in 2019, the Governor has paid over 25 billion naira in gratuities to both state and local government retirees. The latest tranche of 2.060 billion naira has brought the cumulative payment to 25.626 billion naira, achieving a historic milestone in gratuity payments. The disbursement is part of the Governor's efforts to achieve zero gratuity liability by 2027 through sustained quarterly payments and innovative public financial management strategies.

Key Takeaways:

  • Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has flagged off the disbursement of another tranche of backlog gratuity payments to retired local government workers in Gombe State.
  • Since assuming office in 2019, the Governor has paid over 25 billion naira in gratuities to both state and local government retirees.
  • The cumulative payment has reached 25.626 billion naira, with the latest tranche being 2.060 billion naira.
  • The disbursement is based on an equitable payment model, where each local government pays according to its financial capacity.
  • Governor Inuwa Yahaya has reiterated his administration's commitment to achieving zero gratuity liability by 2027 through sustained quarterly payments and innovative public financial management strategies.
  • The payment is a result of the Governor's commitment to fulfilling the promise made to retired civil servants to settle the backlog of their entitlements neglected by the previous government.
  • The retirees have appreciated the payment, describing it as a "life-saving gesture" that has improved their post-retirement livelihood and reduced deaths among retirees.
  • The symbolic presentation of cheques to retirees was a highlight of the event.

Statistics:

  • Guaranteed payment of 25.626 billion naira to state and local government retirees since 2019.
  • 2.060 billion naira allocated for the latest tranche of gratuity payments.
  • 2019: Governor Inuwa Yahaya assumed office and inherited 21 billion naira in gratuity backlogs.
  • 2027: Target date for achieving zero gratuity liability.
  • 23.566 billion naira paid in gratuity payments from 2019 to date.
  • 11: The number of Local Government Areas (LGA) in Gombe State that are recipients of the gratuity payments.
  • 21 billion naira: The accumulated gratuity backlogs inherited by Governor Inuwa Yahaya.

Sources:

  • Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya's statement during the flag-off ceremony at the Gombe Government House.
  • State Auditor-General and Chairman of the Committee on Payment of Gratuities, Muhammad Buba Gombe's statement.
  • Malam Umar Abdu Maude's statement on behalf of the retirees.

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