State House retirees benefit from new gratuity scheme
The Nigerian government has reintroduced a gratuity scheme for federal civil servants, providing a one-year basic salary payment to those with at least 10 years of service. This policy, effective January 2026, aims to improve retirement welfare alongside existing pension schemes.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in Nigerian public sector labor policy, aiming to boost morale and financial security for retiring government employees.
President Bola Tinubu. Photo: State House
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