Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has allocated an additional five billion naira for the disbursement of a second installment of pension gratuity to retired workers in the state.
This decision was announced today at the commencement of the fourteenth Kano State Executive Council meeting. Last year, the government disbursed six billion naira to settle outstanding payments for retirees.
Governor Yusuf emphasized that these payments were made to support retirees and bring joy to their lives. “We are dedicated to ensuring the well-being of civil servants and retirees in the state,” he stated.
In other news, Governor Yusuf also discussed preparations for clearing drainages in Kano metropolis in anticipation of the rainy season.
A high-powered committee has been established to oversee the desilting of drainages across all 44 local governments to prevent flooding.
The Governor also urged the people of the state to be patient as the government works to address the challenges of water scarcity in Kano.
Finally, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf expressed his gratitude to the people of the state for their support and assured them of his commitment to fulfilling his campaign promises.
