The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a comprehensive increase in peculiar allowances and welfare benefits for civil servants, aimed at improving take-home pay and boosting morale across the public service.
The announcement was made on Friday in Abuja by the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, during a press briefing where she outlined key reforms approved by the Federal Executive Council.
According to Dip Connect Online News, the review covers workers under both the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure (CONPSS) and the Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure (CONRAISS), ensuring a wide-reaching impact across all levels of the service.
Walson-Jack explained that the revised peculiar allowances have been structured to apply across all grade levels, resulting in meaningful increases in earnings for both junior and senior officers.
The government also approved an upward review of several major allowances, including Duty Tour Allowance (DTA), estacode, and book allowance, noting that nearly all allowances under the Public Service Rules have now been adjusted.
A major highlight of the reform is the approval of 100 percent Duty Tour Allowance for civil servants attending approved training programmes, regardless of travel. “Even if you are based in Abuja and attend training within Abuja, you are entitled to full DTA,” she said.
Beyond salary-related improvements, the government introduced a new exit benefit scheme for retiring civil servants under the Contributory Pension Scheme. The initiative provides 100 percent of a retiree’s total annual emoluments as an exit package, in addition to their pension, with effect from January 1, 2026.
Walson-Jack described the development as a step toward ensuring dignity in retirement, stressing that no public servant should exit service without adequate financial support.
In addition, the government confirmed the operationalisation of the Employee Compensation Scheme, designed to offer financial protection to workers who suffer job-related injuries or death.
The reforms come amid increasing calls from labour unions for improved welfare as rising living costs continue to affect workers. Analysts believe the measures could enhance financial stability for civil servants and improve productivity across the public sector.
ADEOLA KUNLE
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