A member of the Governing Council of Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo, Barrister Henry Nnanna Okeke, has commended Enugu State Governor, Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, for his recent efforts to address pension arrears in the state. The governor has cleared verified pension backlogs and approved a ₦32 billion package to settle legacy gratuity arrears dating back to year 2000. This move has been hailed as a significant step towards improving the welfare of retired civil servants.
Barr Okeke described the development as a crucial step towards alleviating the financial burden on retired civil servants who devoted their productive years to the service of the state. He praised Governor Mbah for fulfilling his promise to pensioners, noting that the payment would bring relief to retirees who depend on their pensions and entitlements to meet their daily needs. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many retirees in the state.
According to Barr Okeke, pensioners deserve to enjoy the fruits of their years of service without unnecessary hardship, particularly after contributing to the growth and development of Enugu State. He said clearing the arrears demonstrates responsible leadership and commitment to citizens’ welfare. The move is also expected to ease the financial burden on affected pensioners and their families while restoring confidence among retirees who had been awaiting their entitlements.
Barr Okeke urged the state government to sustain the progress by ensuring regular pension payments and preventing accumulation of fresh arrears. He stressed that the welfare of pensioners should remain a priority, noting that retirees deserve dignity, financial security and timely access to their entitlements after years of dedicated public service. This would help to prevent similar situations from arising in the future.
The Enugu State Polytechnic Governing Council member reaffirmed his support for initiatives aimed at promoting good governance, accountability and sustainable development in Enugu State. He expressed optimism that the Mbah administration would continue to implement policies that improve living conditions and strengthen the state’s development agenda. This move is seen as a step in the right direction for the state.
The payment of pension arrears is a significant achievement for the Mbah administration, which has been working to address the challenges facing the state. The governor’s efforts to clear the arrears have been commended by various stakeholders, including Barr Okeke. The development is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many retirees in the state.
The Enugu State government’s efforts to address pension arrears are part of a broader strategy to improve the welfare of citizens and promote sustainable development in the state. The government has been working to implement policies and programs aimed at improving living conditions and strengthening the state’s development agenda. The payment of pension arrears is a key aspect of this strategy.
Key points
- Governor Mbah has cleared verified pension backlogs and approved a ₦32 billion package to settle legacy gratuity arrears dating back to year 2000.
- Barr Okeke commended the governor for fulfilling his promise to pensioners and praised him for demonstrating responsible leadership and commitment to citizens’ welfare.
- The payment of pension arrears is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of many retirees in the state and restore confidence among retirees who had been awaiting their entitlements.
