Retiring federal workers to receive full annual salary as gratuity
The Federal Executive Council has approved a new Exit Benefit Scheme for retiring Federal Civil Servants. Under this scheme, retirees will receive a gratuity equal to 100% of their total annual emolument. Didi Walson-Jack, Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, praised the decision as a significant step in recognising the dedication of civil servants. The scheme aims to strengthen income security and boost confidence in the government's commitment to worker welfare.
What we know
- The Exit Benefit Scheme grants retiring Federal Civil Servants a gratuity equal to 100% of their total annual salary, effective from 1 January 2026.
- The scheme is for officers who have served a minimum of 10 years in treasury-funded ministries, extra-ministerial departments, and agencies.
- The approval followed extensive deliberations by an Inter-Ministerial Technical Committee and collaboration with the National Pension Commission and other agencies.
- Didi Walson-Jack commended the Federal Executive Council and stated that the initiative aligns with ongoing reforms to motivate and support civil servants.
- The payment of gratuity comes 22 years after the introduction of the Contributory Pension Scheme.
