The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has reassured retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force of the federal government’s commitment to addressing their pension concerns and improving their living conditions.

The Federal Commissioner, Inspectorate Department of PenCom, Chief Sam Chigozie Uwandu, gave the assurance during his maiden official visit to police retirees in Enugu State.

Chief Uwandu disclosed that under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, plans are underway to clear all outstanding arrears owed to police retirees.

He further revealed that the federal government has approved the payment of 200 percent gratuity based on retirees’ last emoluments.

According to him, PenCom is also negotiating for retirees to receive between 75 and 100 percent of their last monthly salaries as lifetime pensions.

“The commission and the presidency are deeply concerned about the inadequate pension payouts to police retirees. We are committed and working hard to bring this situation to an end within the limits of the law,” Uwandu said.

He explained that the meeting in Enugu was initiated to create a platform for retirees to directly air their grievances, experiences, and demands, especially regarding calls to exit the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).

Uwandu said the commission was exploring practical and sustainable solutions to improve the general welfare of police retirees.

While applauding the retirees for their sacrifices and continued service to the nation despite current security challenges, the commissioner conveyed the goodwill of PenCom’s Director General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, and President Tinubu, who, he said, remain sympathetic to the fiscal hardship confronting retirees due to low pension benefits.

He called on the retirees to continue supporting the President in his efforts to reposition the nation under the Renewed Hope agenda.