The Digest:
The Federal Government has approved a sweeping increase in peculiar allowances and welfare benefits for civil servants, aimed at improving take-home pay and boosting morale. Head of Civil Service Didi Walson-Jack announced the reforms on Friday, stating they affect workers under CONPSS and CONRAISS. Key changes include 100% Duty Tour Allowance for training (even within Abuja), revised estacode and book allowances, and a new exit benefit scheme providing 100% of annual emoluments to retiring civil servants under the Contributory Pension Scheme.
Key Points:
- The exit benefit scheme is effective from January 1, 2026.
- The Employee Compensation Scheme for job-related injuries or death has been operationalised.
- Virtually all allowances under the Public Service Rules have been revised.
- The reforms follow growing calls from labour unions for improved welfare.
- Analysts say the measures could boost productivity in the public sector.
The reforms aim to ensure dignity in retirement and financial stability for civil servants.
Sources: Punch Newspaper
