The Oyo State Government has disowned a notice currently circulating among pensioners regarding a supposed verification exercise.
The Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Salihu Adelabu, in a statement issued and made available newsmen on Friday, said the notice, which instructed pensioners to submit photocopies of their pension authority certificates along with account details and phone numbers, is false, fraudulent and should be disregarded.
He cautioned pensioners to be vigilant against misinformation, stressing that the Ministry of Establishments and Training will personally contact the next eligible individuals when it is their turn to receive their benefits.
Adelabu emphasized that all official information is communicated through recognised and credible channels and encouraged pensioners to verify any suspicious information before acting on it.
He reiterated that the Oyo State Government, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, remains dedicated to the well-being of pensioners and will keep upholding due process and openness in all pension and gratuity-related matters.
Adelabu also urged members of the public to help spread proper information, stating that protecting retirees against fraud and disinformation is a shared obligation.
