The Federal Government has approved the pensions for retired aviation workers after almost 22 years of waiting.
In a statement shared by the National Orientation Agency (NOA) via its official X account on Tuesday, the Agency said that the Ministry of Aviation has confirmed that disbursements will begin soon, with a pledge to ensure transparency and fairness throughout the process.
“The Federal Government has approved the long-awaited pensions for retired aviation workers, bringing long-overdue relief to thousands who served in the sector. This decision follows years of advocacy by unions pushing for justice for retirees, especially from defunct national carriers.
“The Ministry of Aviation confirmed that the payments will be processed soon, with a commitment to transparency,” the statement read in part.
The payment approval also factored in former staff of the airline.