Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, has officially approved the release of N5.8 billion for the payment of long-overdue gratuities to retired public servants in the state. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Yobe State Commissioner for Finance, Mohammed Abatcha Geidam, who revealed that the approved funds are meant to clear all outstanding gratuity arrears owed to retired state employees. According to Geidam, the governor’s directive signifies a major step toward fulfilling the government’s commitment to the welfare of its retired workforce. He further emphasized that Governor Buni has ordered the inclusion of gratuity payments into the state’s monthly financial schedule, ensuring prompt and consistent payments in the future. The Commissioner noted that this initiative aligns with the administration’s dedication to transparency, accountability, and the enhancement of workers’ welfare in the state. He described the move as a “lifeline” for pensioners who have served the state diligently over the years, adding that it will help ease their post-retirement challenges. Governor Buni’s administration has continued to prioritize the welfare of workers, retirees, and vulnerable citizens. This latest approval is seen as a reaffirmation of his administration’s focus on sustainable economic management and social inclusion. Stakeholders have applauded the governor’s proactive step, describing it as a commendable intervention that will not only improve retirees’ living standards but also boost confidence in the state’s governance structure. For years, several retirees in Yobe State had faced difficulties due to unpaid gratuities. The release of this N5.8 billion fund will provide much-needed relief, restore dignity to pensioners, and stimulate economic activity across the state, especially in local communities where most retirees reside. Governor Buni’s commitment continues to reflect his vision for a progressive and people-centered government, as his administration remains focused on welfare improvement, infrastructural development, and good governance.
