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By Kazeem Ayodeji
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved payment of the sum of one billion naira as a gratuity to retirees in the state as part of efforts to offset the backlog of outstanding gratuities.
A statement by the Special Adviser to the governor on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode in Ado Ekiti says, the payment is in fulfilment of the governor’s promise to offset the backlog of gratuities and prioritize welfare as well as the well-being of workers and pensioners in the state.
The governor 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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