Niger State Pension Board Gives Reason for Delay for May Monthly Payment

By YM Bina

Niger State Pension Board has explained to State Pensioners that the delay currently being experienced in the payment of May 2026 monthly pensions is due to temporary banking transaction processing challenges.

The Board management stated that it had completed all necessary payment arrangements and released payment schedules within the stipulated timeframe before the technical issue occurred.

It added that the Board is actively engaging the relevant financial service providers to ensure that the issue is resolved and that all affected pensioners receive their payments as quickly as possible.

According to the board, “We recognize the importance of timely pension payments to the wellbeing of our retirees and sincerely regret the inconvenience and anxiety this delay may have caused”..

The Niger State Pension Board appreciated the patience, understanding and continued cooperation of all pensioners and reassures them of its unwavering commitment to the prompt payment of their entitlements.