Military Pensions Board and Wages Commission Discuss Pension Rates
The Military Pensions Board convened with the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission to address the implementation of the new national minimum wage and its implications for the pensions of retired military personnel. The meeting took place at the board's headquarters in Abuja, led by Chairman Air Vice Marshal M Abdulraheem, who emphasized the board's commitment to ensuring that pensioners benefit from approved wage and pension adjustments.
The board has prioritized the implementation due to its significant impact on the welfare of retired servicemen and women. During the meeting, the delegation was briefed on the board's processes for reviewing pension entitlements and ensuring timely payments.
The board announced that it began processing payments at the new rates on October 2, 2026, and had also consulted with military veterans' associations regarding the revised rates.
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