Nigeria FEC Approves 100% Salary Gratuity for Retiring Federal Workers

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•The FEC approval occurred on March 5, 2026.
•The gratuity amount is set at 100% of the retiring federal worker's annual salary.
•The policy applies to all federal workers retiring from government service in Nigeria.

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▸The Nigerian government implements the gratuity payment promptly Retiring federal workers will receive increased financial support, potentially improving their retirement conditions and morale among public servants.

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🌍Nigeria

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🏛Federal Executive Council 🏛Nigerian government

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AFRICAVanguard (Nigeria)FEC approves 100% annual salary as gratuity for retiring federal workers AFRICAPunch (Nigeria)FEC okays 100% annual salary as gratuity for retiring federal workers

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) of Nigeria has approved a gratuity payment equal to 100% of the annual salary for federal workers upon retirement. This decision affects all retiring federal employees and aims to enhance their post-retirement financial security. The move will have budgetary implications for the Nigerian government and may influence public sector retirement benefits.