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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved an exit benefit scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equivalent to 100 percent of their total annual emoluments, effective from January 1, 2026.
Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, made the disclosure in a statement, noting that the decision was aimed at boosting civil service welfare.
She added that the move marked a significant milestone after 22 years since the introduction of the Contributory Pension Scheme, providing a substantial financial safety net for officers with at least 10 years of service in Treasury-funded Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
She added that it enhances the existing pension framework, ensuring retirees depart with dignity and long-term income security.
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The approval stemmed from deliberations by an Inter-Ministerial Technical Committee, convened by the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF). The committee collaborated with the National Pension Commission, Budget Office of the Federation and Office of the Accountant-General to craft a sustainable implementation plan.
Walson-Jack hailed the decision as a ‘watershed approval’ and a testament to President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s recognition of civil servants’ sacrifices.
“This approval is a profound acknowledgement of the invaluable contributions of our Civil Servants, who have devoted their productive years to public service and national development. The Exit Benefit Scheme significantly enhances the retirement package of our officers and boosts confidence in the Federal Government’s commitment to their welfare,” she stated.
She added that the scheme aligns with the ongoing reforms to foster a “more motivated, performance-driven and people-centred Civil Service,” with detailed guidelines to follow soon.
