Retirees are set to receive benefits as a large sum has been allocated for their payment. A significant amount, ₦6.75 billion, is being used to cover these costs. This allocation includes ₦2.751 billion for a specific group of beneficiaries and ₦4 billion for others. The payment is intended for individuals who are eligible for certain benefits. Further information is available from the statement issued by the state's Head of Service. The government has made this move as part of its efforts to address certain obligations.
The move is seen as a commitment to workers who have served.
Details of the payment breakdown are provided in the original statement.
The Nigeria Immigration Service has extended its special passport intervention exercise in the UK to October 3, following a high turnout in London and Manc Read More: https://punchng.com/nis-extends-passport-intervention-in-uk-as-1477-nigerians-enrol/...
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