In a renewed commitment to the welfare of retirees in Delta State, the Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the immediate release of ₦10 billion to offset the backlog of pension arrears owed to retirees in the state.
This announcement was made following a strategic meeting convened earlier today by the Governor with the State Pension Board, led by its Chairman, Sir Edwin Ogidi-Gbegbaje, and the State Chairman of the Association of Contributory Retirees, Comrade Anthony Ozu Osanekwu.
During the meeting, the Governor emphasized the importance of addressing longstanding issues affecting the state’s retirees, particularly concerning backlogs of unpaid pensions and the transition to the contributory pension scheme.
“So far, my administration has disbursed a total of ₦36.4 billion in pension payments—averaging ₦1.4 billion monthly. Since taking office, the state has not defaulted in its monthly pension obligations,” the Governor stated. “However, we must also confront the arrears that predate my tenure.”
The ₦10 billion allocation is aimed at clearing a significant portion of these outstanding liabilities, signaling a major step toward financial justice for retired civil servants in Delta State.
To ensure accountability and transparency in the disbursement process, the Governor also announced the constitution of a special oversight team. This team will monitor the implementation of the payment and ensure that funds reach the intended beneficiaries promptly and fairly.
“Our retirees are men and women who gave their best years in service to the state,” the Governor noted. “It is only just that they receive what is duly owed to them, and under my watch, their welfare will remain a top priority.”
The development has been welcomed by retiree groups and pensioners across the state, who have long advocated for a resolution to the lingering pension arrears.
This latest move further underscores the administration’s resolve to uphold the dignity of labor and honor those who have contributed to the growth and development of Delta State.
