Abia State Government begins phased payment of N61.8bn pensioner gratuity

The Abia State Government has begun phased payments of gratuity to verified pensioners of the state and local governments who retired between 2001 and 2010. The total outstanding gratuity liability was determined to be N61.8bn, and the government has adopted a long-term payment plan to settle the backlog.

The disclosure of the N61.8bn liability and the adoption of a structured payment plan affects the state's financial obligations. The government's commitment to settling this debt is part of a broader effort to sustain ongoing development programmes in the state.