Pensioners’ Tear-Gassing: CSOs demand police probe, payment of arrears

PM NEWS Nigeria | 03-09-2026 08:53am |

A coalition of civil society organizations has demanded a police investigation into the tear-gassing of pensioners and the payment of their arrears. The groups called on the Lagos State Government to immediately disburse undisputed pension arrears and publish a clear schedule for settling all outstanding obligations to retirees. The demand follows an incident where pensioners were tear-gassed during a protest. The coalition emphasized the need for accountability and timely action.

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