Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has disbursed N6 billion to offset backlog of gratuities and death benefits of retired civil servants in the state.

Unveiling the 4th trench of settlement on Thursday, Governor Yusuf declared administration’s readiness to clear the backlog N48 billion inherited from immediate past administration.

Already, the government has settled N22 billion in four trenches to over 5,000 benefits and next of kins of late retirees in the last two years.

Governor Yusuf had earlier disbursed ₦5 billion in the first tranche, followed by ₦6 billion each in the second and third tranches, demonstrating a sustained commitment to offsetting the massive debt left by the previous administration.

Yusuf described the payments as part of broader agenda of his administration to address long-standing liabilities and reposition Kano State as a model of responsible governance.

“Governor Yusuf remains resolute in his pledge to pay every kobo owed to our retirees and the families of our late civil servants”.

The settlement of these outstanding gratuities and death benefits not only alleviates the hardship faced by affected families but also reaffirms the administration’s promise to restore trust in government and uphold social justice.

Governor Yusuf further assured that the remaining balance will be cleared in subsequent tranches, ensuring that no pensioner or bereaved family is left behind.

This unprecedented intervention reflects the Governor’s people-centered governance, bringing hope to thousands whose sacrifices built the foundations of Kano State.