Wike announces plans for gratuity payment after 7 years


Nyesom Wike, the governor of Rivers State has approved the immediate commencement of payment of outstanding Gratuity, Monthly Pension
Arrears and Death benefits for Retirees in the Rivers State Public Service.

I.E.O Samuel, Director-General of Rivers State pension board in a statement on Tuesday said the exercise will be done in Batches.

“The first batch is for all those who had retired up to June 2014. All the affected retirees and next of kins for deceased retirees under this Batch are requested to come to the Ministry of Justice Conference Hall for physical verification from 15th-23rd June, 2022.

They are to come with their Retirement ID Cards, and other relevant documents.
Please Note That This Exercise Is Strictly For Only Those Covered Under This First Batch i.e Retirees up to June 2014.