Bauchi Retirees To Receive Gratuity Cheques

The Bauchi State Contributory Pension Commission is to begin issuing gratuity cheques to state pensioners who retired in November 2012 from tomorrow.

This was disclosed in a statement released yesterday by the commission’s information and public relations officer, Muhammad Sani Yunusa, outlining the commission’s preparations for the exercise.

According to the statement, the executive secretary of the commission, Alhaji Ibrahim Inuwa, reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of Governor Bala Muhammad to clearing outstanding gratuity payments in phases.

“The disbursement exercise will take place at the Bauchi State Pension Board Headquarters, Abubakar Umar Secretariat, at 11am. Retirees are advised to come along with all necessary documents for verification and collection of their cheques,” Sani added.

Alhaji Inuwa also reiterated the commission’s dedication to prioritising the welfare and rights of retirees across the state.