Lagos reassures pensioners of benefits

• Published date: 01 February 2023
• Publication title: Nigeria - The Nation

Lagos State government has reassured pensioners of consistent and timely income at retirement.

The state Commissioner for Establishments, Training and Pensions, Mrs. Ajibola Ponnle, who stated this during a seminar for retirees, noted that the state government would prioritise the welfare of its workforce and pensioners.

She said: 'It is our expectation that the outcome of the seminar will provide you with a clear understanding of the relevant documents required for the processing of your retirement benefits under the contributory pension scheme,' she said.

'It is also expected that the sessions will answer most of your questions and ease your worries about life after retirement. The current administration is dedicated to the prompt payment of salaries and pensions. We are also committed to maintaining a leading role in the pension industry by improving the timely payment of pensions upon retirement from the state public service.

'The current administration since its inception in 2019 has...