Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has dissolved the State Pensions Board with immediate effect, signaling a fresh move to restructure the state’s pension management system.
The announcement was made on Friday in Port Harcourt by the Rivers State Head of Service, Mrs. Inyingi Brown. She stated that the decision takes effect immediately and affects all operations of the board.
According to Governor Fubara, the Office of the State Accountant General will temporarily take over the responsibilities of the Pensions Board until a new one is set up. This means that all matters concerning the payment and administration of pensions in Rivers State will now be handled directly by the Accountant General’s office.
While the governor did not give specific reasons for the dissolution, government sources say the move may be part of ongoing efforts to sanitize and improve the efficiency of the pension system in the state. There have been complaints in recent years from retired workers in Rivers State over delayed or irregular pension payments.
The Rivers State Pensions Board was originally established to manage pension-related affairs, including processing payments to retired civil servants and ensuring the smooth operation of retirement benefits. With its sudden dissolution, stakeholders will be watching closely to see how the transition is handled and whether it leads to better service delivery for pensioners.
This is one of several administrative decisions taken by Governor Fubara since he assumed office in May 2023. His administration has been marked by bold moves aimed at strengthening governance and reforming critical sectors.
The Rivers State Government has assured pensioners that their benefits will not be affected by the change. Retirees and workers nearing retirement are advised to stay in touch with the Accountant General’s office for further updates and instructions.
As the state prepares to set up a new board, many are hopeful that the restructured system will bring long-awaited relief to pensioners and improve overall service delivery.
