Nasarawa: Committee Applauds Gov. Sule for Releasing ₦300m Gratuity to State, LG Retirees, Holds Quarterly Meeting

By David Odama

The Nasarawa State Committee on Gratuity Disbursement has commended Governor Abdullahi A. Sule for his continued commitment to the welfare of retirees in the state.

The commendation followed the Governor’s approval and release of ₦300 million for the payment of gratuities to both state and local government retirees.

The acknowledgment came during the committee’s quarterly meeting held in Lafia under the policy guidance of the Deputy Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Akabe. In attendance was the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Barr. Isaac Danladi, who also serves as the Committee’s Co-Chairman.

Speaking at the meeting, Barr. Danladi lauded Governor Sule for his steadfastness and fulfillment of promises to retirees, describing the approval and release of the gratuity funds as both timely and compassionate.

“Governor Abdullahi Sule deserves commendation for his prompt action in releasing gratuities for retired workers and for keeping to his word. His leadership style reflects compassion, accountability, and genuine concern for the welfare of retirees,” he stated.

He explained that the ₦300 million released comprises ₦150 million for state retirees and ₦150 million for local government retirees. He further noted that the committee’s efficiency has been sustained through the supportive oversight of the Deputy Governor and the Governor’s consistent approvals.

The committee expressed deep appreciation to Governor Sule for prioritizing retirees’ welfare and for steadily clearing outstanding gratuity arrears.

Those in attendance included the Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Mr. Emmanuel Michael; Committee Secretary, Alhaji Hudu Baba Abdullahi, who is also the NUP Chairman; NUP Secretary, Alhaji I. D. A. Usman; and Chief Patrick A. Ogah, Chairman of the Concerned Group.