Gombe state government has reaffirmed it's commitment to settling gratuity liabilities for the state retirees.
The state Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya who stated this at the presentation of cheques and payment of backlog of gratuities to state retirees, said ₦17.2 billion out of the ₦21 billion inherited from previous administrations have be cleared.
Yahaya noted that despite the significant progress made, the burden of gratuity obligations continues to increase as civil servants exit the service.
He also disclosed that the outstanding gratuity obligations now stand at ₦19 billion for both state and local government retirees, reaffirming his administration's commitment to clear all gratuity obligations before the end of his tenure in 2027.
Governor Yahaya highlighted his administration’s efforts to enhance the welfare of civil servants, including the recent implementation of the N70,000 minimum wage for state government workers.
The governor commended labour unions, retiree associations, and other stakeholders for their cooperation and constructive dialogue throughout the salary review process.
He added that their support has been instrumental in guiding reforms and ensuring that the welfare of civil servants remains a top priority for the administration.