The Federal Government has proposed N1.376 trillion for pensions, gratuities, and retirees’ benefits in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, which is currently before the National Assembly for review and approval.

The funds are intended to cover retirement obligations across various sectors, including civilian and military personnel, intelligence and security agencies, and parastatals. The proposal aims to meet statutory pension liabilities and address long‑standing arrears owed to retirees nationwide.

The allocation includes provisions for:

Civilian pensions under the Office of the Head of the Civil Service Military pensions and gratuities Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) Police, Customs, Immigration, and Prisons pension offices Pensions for parastatals, universities, and other institutions

Officials say the pension allocation reflects the government’s commitment to fulfilling retirement benefits for a growing number of retirees while gradually clearing accumulated arrears, even as fiscal constraints influence overall budget priorities.