President Bola Tinubu has appointed Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya as the new Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate, PTAD.
Thirteen months after she was reappointed for another four years in office as the Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate, President Tinubu has relieved Dr. Chioma Nnenna Ejikeme of her duties as PTAD Boss.
A statement issued on Monday by Olugbenga Ajayi Head, Corporate Communications Unit of PTAD said Odunaiya officially assumed office on November 18, 2024, at PTAD Headquarters, receiving a warm welcome from the management and staff.
Odunaiya succeeds Ejikeme, who served as PTAD Executive Secretary from August 2019 to November 2024.
Tinubu had in October 2023 reappointed Ejikeme as the executive secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) for another four-year term.
Ejikeme had previously handed over the management of PTAD to Mr Sulayman Shelleng, the Director of the Civil Service Pension Department, in September of 2023, when her initial term expired.
Her reappointment to this position then cames after her initial appointment by former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2019.
But she was relieved of the role by President Tinubu on Monday
In her first address to the members of staff, Odunaiya pledged to build on the achievements of her predecessors while fostering a culture of collaboration and unity.
She stated, “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.”
She emphasized her vision of a collaborative work environment, saying, “My vision is for a directorate where every individual feels recognized, empowered, and motivated to make meaningful contributions.
“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.”
Highlighting the importance of pensioners, she added, “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.
“Making sure they get the attention, dignity, and prompt benefits they are entitled to is both our duty and our honour. Their sacrifices will always be remembered, and by working together, we can make their retirement years meaningful and underline their importance to the country.”
Additionally, Odunaiya reiterated PTAD’s dedication to coordinating its operations with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasising effectiveness, responsibility, and empathy.
She declared, “By prioritizing 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.”
After her speech, the newly appointed Executive Secretary took a tour of PTAD’s divisions and sections to obtain a personal understanding of how the organisation operates.
