Retired Nigerian Soldiers Barricade Finance Ministry Over Unpaid Benefits
[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 4/08/2025
Retired Nigerian soldiers barricaded the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja on Monday, protesting unpaid pensions, salary increments, and benefits, including the Security Debarment Allowance and palliatives. The ex-servicemen blocked the ministry’s entrance with canopies and placards, demanding immediate payment of gratuities, pension increases, and refunds for pension deductions.The protest follows a December 2024 demonstration where the government paid 50% of owed entitlements but failed to settle the balance. Finance Minister Wale Edun promised to address 50% of the remaining dues and (…)
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