The Chairman, Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Delta State Council. Comrade Goodluck Ofobruku has applauded the bold step taken by the Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon Sheriff Oborevwori towards defraying the outstanding pension arears owed retirees in the state.
Reacting to the recent approval by the Governor for immediate release of N10 billion to clear outstanding pension arears, the state NLC chairman said that the move was a remarkable demonstration of the governor’s inclination to the welfare of the state workforce and retirees alike.
According to him, the governor’s magnanimity, which finds expression in his various workers friendly policies and programmes in the past two years of his administration, are clear indications of his love for Delta workers, saying the gesture needs to be appreciated and reciprocated by all who meant well for the state.
“Let me first commend our pragmatic and worker- friendly Governor for the giant strides of his administration, particularly for the payment of ₦36.4 billion in pensions so far, since he assumed office and other commendable workers- related gestures that have reignite confidence among the workforce.”
He said, ” Your s Excellency , we were overwhelmed by this gesture, though not surprise given your track record of effective and cordial government /workers ‘ relationship since you came on board over two years ago. As a union, the NLC in the state will continue to collaborate with your administration in attending to the needs and welfare of workers and retirees in the state by forging a renewed bond
Comrade Ofobruku, who commended Governor Oborevwori for the courageous step towards ameliorating the sufferings of retirees, urged Bureau for State Pensions and pension administrators to ensure judicious and urgent disbursement to the affected retirees.
