The Sokoto State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) has called on Governor Ahmad Aliyu to extend the recently approved N70,000 minimum wage to pensioners in the state.
Alhaji Nasiru Sarkin Larabawa, Secretary of the Union, made the appeal in a statement, emphasizing the economic difficulties faced by retirees.
“Pensioners who dedicated 35 years of service to the state deserve to benefit from this new wage structure. Many of them struggle to provide for their families due to the high cost of living,” he said.
He lauded Governor Aliyu for his commitment to developing Sokoto State and ensuring the prompt payment of pensions and gratuities.
“We appreciate His Excellency’s efforts in prioritizing pension payments and gratuity allocations. However, we urge him to extend the same financial relief to pensioners by incorporating them into the new wage plan,” Larabawa added.
The National Union of Pensioners (NUP) has also expressed gratitude to Governor Aliyu for his support and pledged to issue an official letter of appreciation.
“His administration has shown concern for retirees, and we recognize his commitment,” the statement read.
Recall that Governor Ahmad Aliyu on Monday announced the immediate implementation of the new N70,000 minimum wage for all state civil servants, local government employees, and the local government education authority.
