Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has revealed that his administration has paid over ₦47 billion in gratuities to retirees within two years of assuming office. Adeleke disclosed this during a ceremony in Osogbo on Monday, where bond certificates worth ₦1.9 billion were presented to contributory pensioners from state and local governments......Read The Full Article>>.....Read The Full Article>>
The governor highlighted his administration’s efforts to address long-standing issues in the pension sector and improve the welfare of retirees.
Contrasting his administration’s performance with those of his predecessors, Adeleke noted that former Governor Rauf Aregbesola paid a total of ₦17.15 billion in pensions between 2010 and 2018. Similarly, former Governor Gboyega Oyetola disbursed ₦17.25 billion during his tenure, which ended in 2022.
In comparison, Adeleke revealed that his government had already surpassed these figures.
Governor Adeleke assured retirees of his administration’s unwavering commitment to resolving systemic challenges in the pension sector.
He emphasized ongoing plans to standardize pension operations, ensuring that retirees receive their benefits promptly and with dignity.
He also pledged continued prioritization of retirees’ needs, noting that pension reforms would be a cornerstone of his administration’s agenda.
The disbursement has been met with appreciation from many retirees, who lauded the government’s focus on resolving outstanding pension issues.
