The Jigawa State and Local Government Contributory Pension Board says it has disbursed over N6.2 billion to 2,472 retirees and other beneficiaries in 2026.
According to the Executive Secretary of the board, Dr. Binyaminu Shittu Aminu, the money went to retirees from the state and local government services, as well as Local Education Authorities, between January and October this year.
Dr. Binyaminu, who briefed newsmen on the matter, on Monday in Dutse, said the money was paid as retirement and death benefits, as well as death pension balances to the 2,472 beneficiaries
According to Aminu, a total of N4,943,596,071.55 was distributed among 2,002 retirees as retirement benefits; N1,123,625,833.01 paid to 370 families of deceased civil servants as death benefits; and N132,946,281.62 disbursed to 100 families of deceased pensioners as death pension balances.
On today’s payment, the Executive Secretary revealed that N1,208,958,995.09 would be disbursed to 484 beneficiaries as retirement and death benefits, as well as death pension balances.
He gave a breaking down of the beneficiaries to include 182 who retired from the state service, 105 from local government service, and 101 from Local Education Authorities.
Specifically, he said N536,994,261.94 would go to state service beneficiaries, N218,569,517.17 to local government beneficiaries, and N210,531,888.54 LEA beneficiaries.
Dr. Shittu reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to the timely disbursement of entitlements, including the payment of monthly pensions on the first day of each month.
He emphasized the state government’s dedication to enhancing the welfare of its workers, ensuring they enjoy a secure and fulfilling life after service. He commended Governor Namadi for his support and efforts in improving the scheme since the inception of his administration.
The Executive Secretary urged retirees and active civil servants to continue praying for the government to achieve its objectives and acknowledge the commendable work of the current administration.
On his part, the Jigawa State Head of Service, Alhaji Muhammad K. Dagaceri disclosed that Jigawa State is up-to-date in paying entitlements to retirees, including those who died in active service. He stated, “The board and the state government will continue to ensure the welfare of its workers for better service delivery and well-being of retirees after service.
Alhaji Muhammad K. Dagaceri added that Governor Namadi’s administration has injected over N15 billion into the scheme from May 2023 to October 2026, preventing its collapse and instilling confidence among retiring civil servants.
He extended heartfelt gratitude to Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi for his steadfast support and transformative reforms.
Comrade Sunusi Alhassan Maigatari, Jigawa State NLC Chairman, represented by his Deputy, Comrade Hazakilu Kore, stated that Jigawa’s pension model is among the best in the country, with over twenty states visiting to learn from its exemplary approach. He expressed gratitude to the state government for the payment of benefits.
“I’m grateful to the government for paying workers their benefits. It’s a big relief for us.” He also commended the Pension Board for its efforts in ensuring timely disbursement and urged the government to continue its support for retirees,” the NLC boss said.
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