The Enugu State Government has announced a revised schedule for the ongoing Gratuity Verification Exercise, initially launched on February 24, 2025. The adjustment accounts for previously unrecognized public holidays, ensuring a smooth and inclusive process for all eligible retirees and next of kin of deceased pensioners. The exercise, aimed at verifying and disbursing rightful gratuity payments, will now follow an updated timetable across the state’s 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs).
All concerned individuals are urged to take note of the changes and strictly adhere to the revised dates to facilitate a seamless verification process.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
ENUGU STATE GOVERNMENT
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS - REVISED LGA VERIFICATION SCHEDULE
The Enugu State Government wishes to inform all retirees and next of kin of deceased retirees that the Gratuity Verification Exercise, which commenced on 24th February 2025, has been rescheduled to accommodate public holidays that were not initially factored in. This verification exercise is designed to ensure that only eligible beneficiaries receive their gratuity payments and entitlements while preventing errors, discrepancies, and undue delays. All concerned individuals are urged to take note of the revised schedule and adhere strictly to the updated timeline
*VERIFICATION SCHEDULE*
The exercise will be conducted across the 17 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Enugu State according to the following adjusted schedule:
LGA
New Dates
Days of the Week
Nkanu West
28th March & 2nd April
Friday, Wednesday
Oji River
3rd - 4th April
Thursday, Friday
Udenu
7th - 8th April
Monday, Tuesday
Udi
10th - 11th April
Thursday, Friday
Uzouwani
14th - 15th April
Monday, Tuesday
Nsukka
16th - 17th & 22nd - 23rd April
Wednesday - Thursday, Tuesday - Wednesday
Enugu East
24th - 30th April
Thursday - Wednesday
Enugu North
2nd - 8th May
Friday - Thursday
Enugu South
9th - 15th May
Friday - Thursday
Mop-Up/Diaspora
16th - 22nd May
Friday – Thursday
*WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE?*
• Retirees who are yet to receive their gratuity payments.
• Next of Kin of deceased retirees who are eligible for gratuity or related entitlements.
*REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR VERIFICATION*
To facilitate a seamless verification process, all participants are required to present the following documents:
1. Notice of Retirement
2. Pension Identification Card
3. Pension Form and Pension Authority
4. Bank Verification Number (BVN)
5. National Identification Number (NIN)
6. Two (2) Recent Passport Photographs
7. Bank Statement of Account for at least one (1) year
8. Death Certificate (for Next of Kin)
9. Letter of Administration or Affidavit (for Next of Kin)
10. Any other relevant supporting documents
*INSTRUCTIONS FOR PENSIONERS ABROAD OR HOSPITALIZED*
Retirees who are unable to attend the verification exercise in person due to being abroad or hospitalized are required to follow these steps:
1. Authorization Letter: Provide a signed affidavit or letter of consent authorizing a representative to act on your behalf. The letter must include your full name, pension identification number, and the name of the authorized representative.
2. Document Submission: Ensure your authorized representative submits all required documents to the verification team. Additionally, email scanned copies of the documents to verifygratuity@gmail.com. The subject line of the email must include your full name and pension identification number for easy identification.
3. Remote Verification: Once your documents are received, the verification team will process them remotely. You will be notified upon completion of the process.
*VERIFICATION VENUES*
The exercise will take place at designated centers across the state as follows:
• Head Quarters of each LGA as stated above
Time: 8:00am daily
• Diaspora / Hospitalized Retirees: Virtual verification will be conducted as scheduled from 9am daily.
*IMPORTANT NOTES*
• All participants are required to attend the verification exercise at their respective Local Government Area of residence.
• All participants must bring original documents and photocopies for submission.
• Retirees who have already received their full entitlements are not required to participate. However, those who have received partial payments must provide proof of receipt and declare the amount received. Failure to comply may result in punitive actions, including forfeiture of entitlements.
• Ensure your bank account details are accurate and up-to-date for at least one (1) year.
• Arrive at the venue early and adhere to all instructions from verification officers.
• Strict compliance with the assigned dates and venues is mandatory for a smooth process.
*COMPLAINTS & INQUIRIES*
For further assistance, please contact:
• Helpline: 0916-810-1470
• Email: verifygratuity@gmail.com
The Enugu State Government remains committed to ensuring a transparent, efficient, and inclusive verification process for all retirees and their families. Your cooperation is vital to the success of this initiative.
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to the progress of Enugu State.
Signed
Prof. Chidiebere Onyia
Secretary to the State Government
March 29th, 2025