The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, revealed that his government is set to disburse the sum of N3.1 billion under the Contributory Pension Scheme to over 1,000 retirees in the state.
He said that the payment, which they were set to disburse, is a reward to the retired state workers, “who have served our state tirelessly. Your sacrifices have not gone unnoticed.“
On his X handle, Sanwo-Olu explained that the disbursement will commence next week. Noting that it was pertinent to acknowledge the fact that in the lifetime of their administration, they had been able to disburse over N60 billion as pensions to over 17,000 retirees.
He expressed that the amount the government was set to disburse is an achievement that “fills their hearts with pride.“
While disclosing this information with happiness, he stressed that prioritising the welfare of those who had shaped Lagos’ history was not just a commitment: “It’s our legacy. Your trust is paramount, and together, we’re constructing a Lagos that champions its own. Let’s keep building a stronger, more caring Lagos together.“
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The governor expressed gratitude for their unwavering dedication, adding that their contributions are the bedrock of Lagos State. However, he said that there is still so much more to be done, and his administration would continue to strive to achieve more.
