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By Kingsley Omonobi
Following recent protest actions against the federal government for non-payment of certain benefits by retired soldiers, the Military Pensions Board (MPB) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the welfare and dignity of all Nigerian military veterans.
Spokesman of the MPB, Squadron Leader Aliyu Mohammed, while making this known on Sunday, said, “The Board continues to place the highest regard on the sacrifices of veterans and remains resolute in ensuring that their entitlements are administered with fairness, accuracy, and transparency.
Recalling that, “In recent weeks, some voluntary retirees expressed concerns over unpaid entitlements”, he said, “While several of the listed claims fell outside the jurisdiction of the MPB, the gratuity component, being within the Board’s mandate, was given immediate attention.
He disclosed that, in line with his open-door policy and proactive leadership approach, the Chairman of the MPB, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu, had invited the concerned retirees to a roundtable discussion at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja on August 6 and 8, 2025.
“The meetings, which were attended by the Chairman, the Directors of Army, Navy, and Air Force Pensions, as well as other senior officers, were elaborate and highly interactive.
“During the sessions, the retirees were taken through the step-by-step process of how their gratuities were calculated, with clarifications provided on all queries raised.
“The transparent exchange not only addressed the specific concerns of the attendees but also helped strengthen mutual understanding and trust between the Board and the veteran community.
“The Board encourages all retirees to continue to channel any concerns through the official communication platforms, assuring that all matters within its purview will be addressed promptly and transparently.
He added that, “Under AVM Adamu’s leadership, and guided by the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Board remains steadfast in fostering inclusiveness, accountability, and a higher standard of service delivery to Nigeria’s retired servicemen and women.
“Veterans can be assured that their voices matter and that this administration remains open, proactive, and dedicated to upholding the dignity and welfare of Nigeria’s retired servicemen and women.”
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