Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has restated his commitment to clearing all pension arrears owed pensioners in the state as soon as the ongoing verification exercise is completed.
The commissioner for information and culture, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on the outcome of this week’s EXCO meeting presided over by the governor.
In his words, “Let me reiterate the government’s position to pay off all outstanding pensions once the verification exercise is done.
“It is a promise that was made during the campaigns, and since this government came on board, it is a promise that will be kept.
“Before the end of the year, all outstanding pensions will be paid as soon as the verification exercise is concluded”.
Prince Kanu praised the efficient manner in which the pensioners’ verification process is being conducted in the state and expressed optimism that the smooth progress of the exercise might lead to its conclusion by the next week.
The commissioner noted that the exercise has garnered widespread commendation throughout the state for its exceptional execution and added that pensioners are delighted with the unprecedented care shown during the process.
He said that the verification team extended their services to the homes of elderly pensioners who could not travel; those who were unable to attend in person were guided to utilize the sub-treasury, while those residing far from the verification centers were provided with online codes, ensuring access to the verification process.
