By Seun Adams
The newly appointed Executive Secretary of the Pension Transition Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya, by President Bola Tinubu, on Monday assumed office amid delight and excitement by staff of the Directorate.
The Head, Corporate Communications Unit, PTAD, Mr. Olugbenga Ajayi, in a statement made available to the media, reiterated that the new Executive Secretary assumed office today, 18th November, 2024 at the PTAD Headquarters where Management and Staff of the Directorate welcomed her warmly.
Odunaiya, the statement added is taking over from Dr. Chioma Ejikeme, who was the Executive Secretary from 2019 to 2024.
The new ES in a brief meeting with the management and staff of the Directorate promised to build on the legacy of her predecessors and the staff which she believes has brought PTAD to its enviable status.
She said: “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 promised the staff a new chapter: “one where collaboration, unity, and shared purpose drive our efforts toward meaningful outcomes and lasting progress. 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.
Odunaiya, reinstated that “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.
She said: “It is both our responsibility and our honor to ensure they receive the care, respect, and timely entitlements they deserve. Their sacrifices must never be forgotten, and through our collective efforts, we can reaffirm their value to the nation and make their retirement years fulfilling”.
The new ES vowed to align with PTAD’s Mission and Vision with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, for a prosperous Nigeria, 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.”
She thereafter took a tour round the Departments and Units of the Directorate to get first-hand information on the administration and processes at the Directorate.