Katsina approves N45.89 billion to settle gratuities, death benefits for retirees
The Katsina State Government has released N45.89 billion to settle the backlog of gratuities and death benefits owed to workers since 2019.
The Katsina State Government has released N45.89 billion to settle the backlog of gratuities and death benefits owed to workers since 2019.
Governor Dikko Umaru Radda disclosed this on Friday during the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration held in Katsina.
The governor said the payment would address long-standing arrears affecting retirees across the state, local government, and local education authorities.
Radda said over 14,000 retirees across different levels of government would benefit from the payment, describing it as a major step toward addressing inherited liabilities.
He added that the move demonstrates his administration’s commitment to recognising the contributions and sacrifices of retired workers.
The governor also assured workers of consistent salary payments, noting that his administration has maintained a record of paying salaries on or before the 25th of every month.
Beyond gratuity payments, the governor highlighted several measures to improve workers’ welfare and strengthen public service delivery.
He said health workers now enjoy improved remuneration, including a revised salary structure, enhanced hazard allowances, and better entry levels for doctors. According to him, 1,900 personnel have been recruited across key health institutions to boost capacity.
Radda also disclosed that 3,814 civil servants were promoted between January and December 2025, while outstanding workers were rewarded with vehicles and cash incentives to encourage productivity.
On youth development, over N252 million has been disbursed to more than 1,000 young entrepreneurs under a state-backed initiative, with plans to expand the programme.
These interventions align with the state’s broader fiscal and development strategy, which prioritises capital investment and economic expansion.
The government has also set an ambitious target to grow its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) to N140 billion annually by 2026, as part of efforts to sustain spending and reduce reliance on federal allocations.
