LunagisthubBreaking: Tinubu Approves Lifetime Salary for Retiring Senior Officers
In a major boost to officer welfare, President Bola Tinubu has approved a policy that provides lifetime salary benefits to senior officers retiring from the rank of Deputy Controller, Comptroller, or Commandant-General and above. This was announced by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, at the 2025 Ministerial Retreat.
The minister expressed profound appreciation to President Tinubu for his unwavering support, affirming that all agencies under the Ministry of Interior are reaping the benefits of the Renewed Hope Agenda. This policy is a significant step towards enhancing the welfare of senior officers and recognizing their contributions to the nation.
The Minister also highlighted other achievements of the ministry, including:
– Clearing a long-standing backlog of promotions, with over 50,000 officers promoted within the last two years alone
– Developing new training manuals and constructing a world-class Fire Academy
– Emphasizing the importance of mental health in the workplace and assuring officers of full support
– Encouraging private sector partnerships to enhance service delivery and modernize firefighting operations
The Minister revealed that a new system based on capacity and performance will determine officer progression in the future. This move is expected to promote meritocracy and fairness in the promotion process.
What do you think about this development? Do you think this policy will boost the morale of senior officers?
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