FG promises to clear long-standing public service arrears
The Federal Government has renewed its pledge to pay outstanding entitlements to public servants affected by the 2004–2007 reforms. Dasuki Arabi, Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, said almost all verified beneficiaries have now received their payments, with only a small number remaining. The ongoing verification exercise in Gombe targets former staff of the Nigerian Export Promotion Council. Bola Ahmed Tinubu was credited for supporting the resolution of these long-standing arrears.
What we know
- Dasuki Arabi led a verification exercise in Gombe to identify NEPC staff still awaiting benefits from the reform era.
- The process involves collaboration with several federal agencies, including the Office of the Head of Civil Service and anti-corruption bodies.
- Arabi stated that 99.9% of eligible beneficiaries nationwide have been paid, with only a few cases left due to litigation or difficulty tracing individuals.
- Former staff of the Nigeria Immigration Service have reportedly received full payment after previous verification exercises.
- Beneficiaries expressed gratitude to Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the government for finally addressing these entitlements after nearly two decades.
