Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has approved a new minimum monthly pension of ₦50,000 for retired civil servants in the state.
The new payment will begin next month and means no pensioner will receive less than the approved amount.
The governor announced the decision during his appearance on a live entertainment programme, Taba Kidi Taba Karatu, aired by the Adamawa Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) in Yola on Friday.
Fintiri said it was unfair for some retired workers to survive on monthly pensions below ₦10,000 after spending many years serving the state.
He said the increase was introduced to give retired civil servants better living conditions and allow them to enjoy life after leaving public service.
He explained that his administration has continued to improve the welfare of workers by paying salaries on time, approving promotions, employing qualified workers and improving pension payments.
According to him, the new pension package is another step in fulfilling promises made to the people of Adamawa.
The governor also assured residents that all projects started by his administration would be completed before the end of his tenure.
He listed some of the projects to include the International Conference Hall, a modern shopping complex, the NYSC Orientation Camp, the Mother and Child Hospital, road projects, school facilities and other public investments across the state.
Congratulations to the pensioners