Gombe retirees can’t survive on N9,000 monthly pension – NUP deputy chair

Robert Shige, Deputy Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners in Gombe State, highlights the critical financial plight of retirees, stating that the current monthly pension of N9,000 is insufficient for survival. While acknowledging the regularity of pension payments, Shige emphasizes that the core issue lies in the meager amount received, which fails to keep pace with the escalating cost of living.

Shige, a 73-year-old former senior civil servant who retired in 2013, reflected on his decades of service. He noted that economic conditions were vastly different during his tenure, with earnings being adequate for basic needs. He expressed concern that the current economic climate makes it nearly impossible for pensioners to manage essential expenses on their limited incomes.

The union leader's remarks underscore a growing concern among retired civil servants in Gombe State who are struggling to maintain a dignified life after years of dedicated service. The union's involvement aims to advocate for better welfare and increased pension payouts to ensure retirees can meet their basic needs and live with dignity.

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The monthly pension comes regularly. We receive it every month and it comes promptly. The major concern is not necessarily the regularity of payment but the amount being paid to