By Danjuma Amodu | March 5, 2026
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a landmark Exit Benefit Scheme granting retiring federal civil servants a gratuity equal to 100% of their total annual emolument, effective January 1, 2026.
The scheme applies to officers with a minimum of 10 years of service, aiming to enhance retirement welfare and financial security. It complements the existing Contributory Pension Scheme.
Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, hailed the approval as a “watershed” decision, recognising the dedication and professionalism of federal civil servants. She said the initiative aligns with efforts to build a motivated and performance-driven civil service.
The approval followed extensive deliberations and technical input from an Inter-Ministerial Technical Committee. The scheme is part of the government’s commitment to improving civil servant welfare, coming 22 years after the introduction of the Contributory Pension Scheme.
Implementation guidelines are expected soon. The move is seen as a boost to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, reinforcing its commitment to good governance and effective public service delivery.
The approval of the 100% gratuity for retiring federal civil servants is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to improve the welfare of public servants and recognize their contributions to national development. The scheme is expected to boost morale and motivation among civil servants, ultimately enhancing public service delivery.
The approval of the 100% gratuity for retiring federal civil servants is part of the Federal Government’s efforts to improve the welfare of public servants and recognize their contributions to national development. The scheme is expected to boost morale and motivation among civil servants, ultimately enhancing public service delivery.
