Pensioners in Ekiti State have expressed their deep appreciation for Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s efforts to improve their welfare. The Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Pensioners (NUP), Ekiti State Branch, Joel Akinola, commended the governor for the release of N4.6 billion to pay outstanding gratuities for both state and local government pensioners within just one month.
Akinola made the remarks during a monthly prayer summit of the pensioners in Ado Ekiti, where he also praised the governor for presenting a bus to the union, further enhancing the union’s capacity to serve its members.
The NUP chairman lauded the state’s free healthcare initiative for pensioners, as well as the financial support provided for the union’s guest house construction and other social welfare programs under the Oyebanji administration.
He, however, appealed to the governor to settle the remaining one month’s pension owed to local government pensioners and to establish recreational centers for pensioners in all 16 local government areas of the state.
Akinola emphasized, “We are truly grateful for the governor’s unwavering dedication to our welfare; the payment of arrears and the progress in clearing local government pensioners’ arrears is a testament to his commitment.”
He further stated that the payment had significantly improved their financial situation, allowing pensioners to meet basic needs like healthcare and nutrition. He also advocated for the creation of social spaces for pensioners to meet, socialize, and relax in their retirement.
This marks a notable milestone in the Governor’s efforts to improve the lives of pensioners in the state, and the union remains hopeful that the governor will continue to prioritize their welfare.
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