The Military Pensions Board (MPB) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the welfare and dignity of all Nigerian military retirees, stating that it will continue to place the highest regard on the sacrifices of veterans and remain resolute in ensuring that their entitlements are administered with fairness, accuracy, and transparency.
This commitment was contained in a statement made available to Defence Correspondents in Abuja on Sunday by the Spokesperson of the Board, Squadron Leader Aliyu Mohammed.
It recalled that in recent weeks, some voluntary retirees had expressed concerns over unpaid entitlements.
According to the statement, “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.”
It explained that, in line with his open-door policy and proactive leadership approach, the Chairman of the Board, Air Vice Marshal Abubakar Idris Adamu, invited the concerned retirees to a roundtable discussion at the Board’s headquarters in Abuja on the 6th and 8th of August, 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 statement further explained that the Board urged the retirees to continue to channel any concerns through official communication platforms and assured them that all matters within its purview would be addressed promptly and transparently.
It reaffirmed 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,” it added.
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