Yobe state Governor Mai Mala Buni has approved the immediate release of ₦5.8 billion for the settlement of all outstanding gratuity liabilities owed to retired state public officers.

A statement by Commissioner of Finance, Mohammed Abatcha Geidam says,
“This significant milestone underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of its dedicated civil servants who have served the state meritoriously.”

It adds that the governor has further directed that subsequent payment of gratuities must be integrated into the state’s monthly financial schedule.

The commissioner explained that gratuity payments would be made monthly, alongside the regular pension payments, ensuring that no future backlog of retirement benefits would be allowed to accumulate.