Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of retirees with the launch of the third phase of pension payments, totaling N5 billion. This brings the total amount disbursed to retirees under his leadership to N16 billion.
In a statement from his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf emphasized that this initiative is part of ongoing efforts to support retirees who dedicated many years of service to the state. The commencement of the third phase highlights the administration’s unwavering focus on addressing outstanding pension liabilities and ensuring the financial security of Kano’s senior citizens.
In earlier phases, the governor allocated N6 billion in the first phase, targeting retirees below Grade Level 10, and an additional N5 billion in the second phase to those who served the state for 35 years.
Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s determination to settle all outstanding pension and gratuity benefits for retirees in Kano. He assured them that their entitlements would be paid promptly, stressing that the valuable contributions of retirees would not be overlooked.
“Our administration remains fully committed to addressing the challenges retirees face. We will continue to prioritize their welfare and ensure that all pending benefits are settled transparently and on time,” the governor stated.
The third phase of my payments marks a critical step in Governor Yusuf’s efforts to restore trust in the state’s pension system and enhance the well-being of Kano’s retirees.