As part of efforts to offset the backlog of outstanding gratuities, Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has approved payment of the sum of one billion naira as gratuity to retirees in the state.
This is in fulfillment of his promise to prioritise the welfare and wellbeing of workers and pensioners in the state.
It is as well as his pledge to put in place an arrangement to offset the backlog of gratuities owed by previous administrations.
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Oyebanji urged the senior citizens to remain calm and optimistic as the Government is committed to prioritizing their welfare, having contributed to the development of the state during their active years.
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