New PTAD Boss Assumes Office, Vows to Prioritise Welfare of Pensioners, Staff

James Emejo in Abuja

The newly appointed Executive Secretary, Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya, yesterday assumed office, promising to prioritise pensioners’ welfare under the defined benefit scheme (DBS).
In a brief meeting with the management and staff of the directorate, she promised to build on the legacy of her predecessors and the staff who have brought PTAD to its enviable status.
She said her vision for the directorate was to ensure that “every individual feel recognized, empowered, and motivated to make meaningful contributions”.
Odunaiya said: “Pensioners are the backbone of our country’s history and development, having devoted their time, skills, and energy to building the Nigeria we inherit today.
“I urge all of us to transcend personal interests and come together around our shared purpose: improving the lives of our pensioners, who have selflessly served this nation, often in challenging circumstances.”
In a statement issued by Head, Corporate Communications Unit, PTAD, Mr. Olugbenga Ajayi, she further noted: “It is both our responsibility and our honor to ensure they receive the care, respect, and timely entitlements they deserve.
“Pensioners’ sacrifices must never be forgotten, and through our collective efforts, we can reaffirm their value to the nation and make their retirement years fulfilling.
“It is with a deep sense of responsibility and purpose that I address you as the new Executive Secretary of this directorate.
“I want to begin by acknowledging the remarkable work of my predecessors and the dedication of every individual who has contributed to bringing us to this point”.
The ES vowed to align with PTAD’s mission and vision with the Renewed Hope agenda of President Bola Tinubu, for a prosperous Nigeria.
She also promised the staff a new chapter – “one where collaboration, unity, and shared purpose drive our efforts toward meaningful outcomes and lasting progress”.

She said: “By prioritising efficiency, accountability, and compassion, we will contribute to a nation where every citizen feels valued and supported – especially those who dedicated their lives to public service”.

She thereafter, took a tour round the departments and units to get first-hand information on the administration and processes at the directorate.

Odunaiya takes over from Dr. Chioma Ejikeme who was the executive secretary of PTAD from August 2019 to November 2024.