The Niger State Pension Board has announced the release of its Batch 8 list of retirees, with payments scheduled for Monday, October 28, 2024. This update was disclosed by the Director General of the board, Malam Nasiru Saidu Namaska, in a statement signed and made available to journalists in Minna, the state capital.
According to the statement, retirees whose names appear on the Batch 8 list are encouraged to visit the Niger State Pension Board’s office on Thursday, October 24, 2024, to check the list and confirm their eligibility. The pension board has assured those whose names appear on the list that their payments will be processed and ready for collection on the specified date.
Malam Namaska emphasized that the board is committed to ensuring that pensioners receive their entitlements on time. He stated, “This is to inform Niger State retirees whose names are on Batch 8 that they are required to visit the Niger State Pension Board to verify their names on the list.”
The pension board has also reiterated its focus on transparency and efficiency in handling pension payments. The prompt release of the Batch 8 list comes as a follow-up to the recently concluded Batch 7, where retirees successfully received their payments. The board remains dedicated to maintaining a smooth process and addressing the needs of its retirees.
The statement further explained that retirees who verify their names on the list should return to the board’s office on October 28, 2024, to collect their checks. This approach is in line with the board’s efforts to streamline the payment process and ensure retirees have access to their funds as quickly as possible.
Pension reforms have been a major focus in Niger State, with the government prioritizing the welfare of its retirees. In recent times, the board has taken several steps to improve the efficiency of its pension payment system and eliminate delays. This latest development is expected to bring relief to the Batch 8 pensioners, many of whom have been waiting for their payments for several months.
The Board’s Director General reassured the public of its dedication to fulfilling its obligations to retirees. He urged the pensioners on Batch 8 to adhere to the given timeline and complete the necessary procedures for the collection of their checks.
This announcement comes as part of the government’s broader commitment to supporting retirees and improving their quality of life after years of service. The timely release of funds for Batch 8 reflects the state’s continuous efforts in pension reforms and welfare enhancement.
