Amid the ongoing Abuja news about the unpaid benefits to the former employees of New Nigerian Newspapers under the Northern States Governors Forum, beneficiaries have expressed distress over N2.1bn in arrears. With 106 former workers deceased from health neglect by January 2025, the call for help grows louder. Despite a federal court’s settlement in November 2024, actual aid seems distant. Source: Daily Post
The workers praised Dr. Abdulkadir Muazu Mayere for his diplomatic efforts but stressed the need for immediate financial relief from Northern governors, led by Governor Inuwa Yahaya. With over 800 beneficiaries struggling economically, the urgency affects nearly 10,000 dependents. The community urges leaders to act, raising ethical concerns amid economic hardship.
Key Takeaways:
- Settlement reached, yet beneficiaries remain unpaid for over 100 days.
- Financial delays linked to deceased former employees’ growing numbers.
- Governor Yahaya’s leadership urged to provide immediate relief.
Question: How can the financial system be improved to ensure quicker disbursement of entitled benefits in such situations? Share your thoughts below!
