The Lagos State Governor has reiterated the state government’s commitment to ensuring timely pension payments for retired civil servants, emphasising that public service does not end after leaving office.
In a statement obtained from the governor’s X handle on Friday, the assurance was given during a meeting where he met with the leadership of the Association of Lagos State Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries, led by Otunba Nurudeen Ojora Adejiyan and Mrs. Dr. Abeke Taire.
In his address, the governor praised the retirees for their years of dedicated service to the state, describing them as men and women who contributed significantly to Lagos’ development.
He said the government has consistently met its obligations to retirees by ensuring pension payments are made on time, adding that the practice is driven by the belief that no retiree should worry about when their pension will be paid after a lifetime of service.
‘Today, I received the leadership of the Association of Lagos State Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries, led by Otunba Nurudeen Ojora Adejiyan and Mrs. Dr. Abeke Taire. In Lagos, public service does not end when someone leaves office. These are men and women who gave their best years to our state, and they deserve respect and dignity in retirement.
“One thing I am particularly proud of is that Lagos continues to meet its obligations to our retirees. We remain consistent and timely with pension payments because it is the right thing to do. After serving the state faithfully, no one should have to worry about when their pension will be paid. That responsibility rests with us, and we take it seriously. There is always more to improve, but our direction is clear. In Lagos, we honour those who have served,” Sanwo-Olu averred.
The meeting underscores Lagos State’s ongoing efforts to maintain welfare support for retired public servants and ensure that pension obligations are fulfilled promptly and consistently.
All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
Contact: [email protected]