Enugu pensioners recount past ordeals as Mbah pays 26 years of gratuity arrears

Pensioners in Enugu State praised Governor Peter Mbah as payments began for gratuities owed since 2000, with some arrears dating back to the military era. Nigeria Union of Pensioners state chairman Ikechukwu Ekere confirmed that members were receiving payment alerts after many had given up hope. Branch caretaker chairman Kenneth Ugwueze also praised changes to local pension administration, saying retirees have received their pensions on time since a verification exercise concluded in July 2024. Beneficiaries including Luke Obi Ezea, who retired in 2014 after 35 years of service, expressed gratitude after years of waiting.