ENUGU, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)- The Federal Government has approved sweeping increases in allowances, welfare packages, and retirement benefits for civil servants, a move set to significantly raise take-home pay and improve post-service security.
Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, disclosed the reforms on Friday in Abuja, describing them as a major overhaul of existing public service conditions.
According to her, the review affects workers under the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS) and the Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure (CONRAISS).
She said: “Almost all allowances under Public Service Rules have been revised. Adjustments cut across junior and senior cares. Workers will see noticeable increases in overall earnings”.
In a major shift, the government approved 100 per cent Duty Tour Allowance (DTA) for civil servants attending official training programmes regardless of whether travel is involved.
“Even if you are based in Abuja and attend training within Abuja, you are entitled to full DTA,” Walson-Jack said.
Beyond active service benefits, the government also introduced a new exit benefit scheme for workers under the Contributory Pension Scheme.
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The package guarantees: “100 per cent of a retiree’s full emoluments as exit benefit, payment in addition to existing pension entitlements and effective date: January 1, 2026.”
Walson-Jack said the reform is aimed at ensuring dignity in retirement, stressing that no civil servant should leave service without adequate financial backing.
The Federal Government also confirmed the rollout of the Employee Compensation Scheme, designed to provide financial protection for workers who suffer job-related injuries or death.
The reforms come amid mounting pressure from labour unions over worsening economic conditions and rising living costs.
They also build on earlier salary increases of between 25 per cent and 35 per cent approved about two years ago across multiple salary structures.
With these changes, the Federal Government of Nigeria is attempting to stabilise morale within the public service while cushioning workers against economic pressures.
For civil servants, the immediate impact is clear: higher earnings, stronger welfare support, and more secure retirement.