Abuja, Nigeria | 19 October 2026
The Federal Government has released a further ₦4.04 billion for the payment of severance benefits to 600 eligible former workers of Nigeria Airways Limited (NAL), covering Batches 010 and 011 and advancing the settlement of outstanding entitlements owed to former employees of the defunct national carrier
The latest release follows the earlier ₦18 billion payment announced in September 2026, which covered 2,700 former workers across the initial nine batches. The additional release reflects the Federal Government’s continuing commitment to meeting verified obligations to eligible former employees.
Payment details for Batches 010 and 011 are as follows:
* Number of beneficiaries: 600
* Total gross severance benefits: ₦4,251,043,000.19
* Deductions: ₦212,552,150.01
* Total net amount released for payment: ₦4,038,490,850.18
The payment forms part of the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to address long-standing severance obligations to former Nigeria Airways employees. Payments are being processed in batches based on the verification of eligible beneficiaries and their records, with the objective of ensuring that approved entitlements reach the rightful recipients.
The Federal Government recognises the prolonged wait experienced by former employees and their families and remains committed to resolving legitimate outstanding claims through an orderly and transparent process, while safeguarding public funds through appropriate verification.
The Ministry of Finance will continue to support the implementation of approved government obligations in line with established procedures and the applicable payment process.
Maryann Duke
Senior Special Assistant on Communications & Press Secretary to the Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy