FG pledges to clear backlog of unpaid workers’ entitlements
The Federal Government has promised to pay workers who were disengaged over the past two decades all outstanding entitlements. Dasuki Arabi, Director-General of the Bureau of Public Service Reforms, made this assurance during a verification exercise in Gombe State. He emphasized that no eligible former staff will be left out of the payments. Bola Tinubu has approved the final verification exercise to address remaining claims.
What we know
- Dasuki Arabi stated that the government aims to resolve all genuine claims and ensure full payment to affected workers.
- The Bureau of Public Service Reforms is collaborating with the Office of the Accountant-General, Auditor-General, and anti-corruption agencies for proper verification.
- Over 99 per cent of cases related to unpaid entitlements have reportedly been resolved.
- Some claims are being pursued on behalf of deceased beneficiaries, with their relatives or legal heirs seeking payment.
- Yusuf Adamu, Chairman of Retirees at Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, highlighted unresolved pension issues and called for a review to ensure accurate pension calculations.
