Enugu State Government has approved N32 billion to settle gratuity payments owed to retired civil servants, with the state planning to release N10 billion within the following week. The arrears date back to 2000, representing a significant outstanding liability in the state's public sector.
The approval addresses a long-standing obligation to former employees who have been waiting for their retirement benefits. The phased payment approach signals the state's commitment to resolving the backlog of unpaid gratuities.