Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has assured that all workers retiring from July 2, 2025, will receive immediate payment of their entitlements under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).
The governor made this commitment during a crucial meeting with organised labour leaders to address growing concerns over pension implementation and ongoing labour unrest in the state.
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The engagement comes in response to a strike action by Ogun State workers, driven by fears and uncertainties surrounding the pension scheme and outstanding allowances.
Governor Abiodun revealed that his administration would introduce a 10-year phased payment plan covering the years 2025 to 2035.
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Abiodun assures payment of pension
The governor noted that the payment structure covers the final two years of his own tenure (ending 2027), and an additional eight years into the tenure of his successors, ensuring continuity and sustainability of the scheme.
“There will be no gratuity scheme as this will be discontinued from July 2, 2025,” Abiodun stated.
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“All consolidated salaries will revert back to the Contributory Pension Scheme.”
Abiodun also disclosed that his administration has cleared inherited leave allowances up to 2013, while outstanding allowances from 2014 to 2022, amounting to ₦8 billion, will be paid in tranches.
In addition, the governor highlighted that six promotion exercises have been conducted during his five years in office. He pledged that payments for the 2023 and 2024 promotions will commence in September and December 2025, respectively.
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Addressing workers’ welfare further, Abiodun assured the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and other stakeholders that his administration is reviewing basic salary structures for possible upward adjustments.
Reacting on behalf of the workers, NLC Ogun State Chairman, Comrade Hameed Benco, clarified that the strike action was driven by a lack of clarity and fear over the Contributory Pension Scheme’s direction. He commended the governor for the clarifications and his willingness to engage with labour leaders in good faith.
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As dialogue continues, the outcome of this meeting may pave the way toward resolving the current impasse and restoring industrial harmony in the state.
