Top Pension News for Today

Adamawa Raises Minimum Pension to ₦50,000 in Major Relief for Retirees

• Adamawa State Govt has approved a new minimum monthly pension of ₦50,000 for retired civil servants, marking one of the state’s most….READ MORE HERE

PenCom Increases Retirees’ Income Threshold for Health Insurance Scheme

• PenCom has increased the monthly pension income threshold for its PenCare health insurance pilot scheme from ₦70,000 to….READ MORE HERE

Nigerian Police Confirm New 100% Exit Benefit Scheme for Retiring Officers

• Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the implementation of a new Exit Benefit Scheme (EBS) that will provide eligible retiring officers…..READ MORE HERE

Customs Releases N7.61bn Pension Benefits for 4,237 Retirees

• The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has disbursed N7.61 billion in pension benefits to 4,237 retired officers, marking another….READ MORE HERE

Lagos Disburses ₦1.08 Billion Pension Benefits to 648 Retirees

• Lagos State Government has approved the disbursement of ₦1.08 billion in accrued pension rights to 648 retirees across the state…READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Why Some RSA Holders May Have Seen a Drop in Their Pension Balance

• Some Retirement Savings Account holders in Nigeria may have noticed that their RSA balances did not grow as expected, or in some cases….READ MORE HERE

Premium Pension and Trustfund Pensions join to create Nigeria’s Third-Largest PFA

• Premium Pension Limited and Trustfund Pensions Limited have formally proposed a merger that could create Nigeria’s third…READ MORE HERE

PenCom Begins Review of Pension Reform Act 2014

• PenCom has commenced a comprehensive review of the Pension Reform Act 2014, opening the way for what could become the…….READ MORE HERE

Plateau Assembly Pension for Ex-Lawmakers Sparks Public Debate

• Plateau State House of Assembly is facing growing criticism following the advancement of a bill that seeks to provide pension for….READ MORE HERE

PenCom’s Proposed Infrastructure Fund: A New Chapter for Nigeria’s Pension Industry

• Nigeria’s pension industry could be on the verge of one of its most significant investment reforms since the introduction of the CPS….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

PTAD FAQs on DBS Pension Harmonisation: Everything Pensioners Need to Know

• PTAD has released Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) explaining the implementation of pension harmonisation for pensioners….READ MORE HERE

ICPC and PenCom Recover Over ₦3 Billion in Unremitted Pension Contributions from Defaulting Employers

• ICPC in collaboration with PenCom, has recovered over ₦3 billion in unremitted pension contributions from defaulting employers……..READ MORE HERE

PTAD June 2026 Payment Pension

• PTAD hereby notifies all Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) pensioners that the June 2026 payment pension has been finalised……READ MORE HERE

PTAD RESPONSE TO ASSURANCE BANK PENSIONERS’ PROTEST IN LAGOS PTAD OFFICE

• The Management of Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has responded to the protest carried out at PTAD Lagos…….READ MORE HERE

Exit Benefits Scheme: A New Social Contract for Nigerian Workers

• The CPS was never designed to prevent employers from providing additional retirement benefits to their employees. Rather, it established a sustainable minimum framework upon which employers could build more generous retirement arrangements. Employees, Know Your Right. READ MORE HERE

President Tinubu Settles Over ₦39bn Inherited Pension Liabilities

• FG through PTAD, has announced the full settlement of inherited pension liabilities amounting to over ₦39 billion owed to……READ MORE HERE

NOTICE TO NEXT-OF-KIN (NOK) OF DECEASED CIVIL SERVICE PENSIONERS UNDER THE DEFINED BENEFIT SCHEME (DBS)

• PTAD has published a notification to inform Next of Kin (NOK) of deceased Civil Service Pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme…….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Lifetime Pension Package for Nigeria Police

• PenCom has taken a significant step toward addressing long-standing welfare concerns of Nigeria Police Force personnel by……READ MORE HERE

RSA Registration as at 30 April 2026

• The Nigerian pension industry maintained its steady growth trajectory into the second quarter of 2026, with total RSA registrations……READ MORE HERE

KEY ACTIVITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF LAGOS STATE PENSION COMMISSION (LASPEC)

• Lagos State Government has announced the key activities and achievements of the Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC)………READ MORE HERE

PenCom and NLC Launch Crackdown on Employers Who Fail to Remit Pension Contributions — What You Need to Know

• PenCom and NLC have announced joint enforcement operations targeting both government agencies and private sector employers…….READ MORE HERE

Status of Contributory Pension Assets as at 30 April 2026

• Total Asset under CPS stood at ₦30.94 trillion as at 30 April 2026, Check out where Pension funds are invested, MoM & YTD changes……READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Q4 2025 RSA Transfer Update: First Decline in 9 Quarters

• PenCom has released its report on RSA holders that transferred their RSAs from one PFA to another, from inception of RSA Transfer System…READ MORE HERE

PenCom Grants PFAs Special Regulatory Forbearance to Invest in Dangote Refinery IPO

• PenCom has granted a special regulatory dispensation allowing PFAs to invest pension fund assets in the proposed Dangote Refinery……READ MORE HERE

RSA Registration as at 31 March 2026

• Nigerian pension industry continued its steady expansion in the first quarter of 2026, with total Retirement Savings Account registrations…..READ MORE HERE

PenCom Introduces New Advertising Rules for PFAs: What It Means for Nigerians

• This article explains what the new regulation means in simple terms and how it benefits contributors under Contributory Pension Scheme…..READ MORE HERE

Understanding DBS Pension Harmonisation in Nigeria.

• Learn everything about DBS pension harmonisation in Nigeria, what it means, who qualifies, exclusions, and how it improves pensioners……READ MORE HERE

Status of Contributory Pension Assets 31 March 2026

• Nigeria’s CPS pension assets rose to ₦29.52 trillion as at 31 March 2026, up ₦2.07 trillion YTD. Check out Assets Class and Fund Allocations HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

RSA Enrolment Update: Industry Growth Hits 11.13 Million as at February 2026

• The Nigerian pension industry continues to demonstrate steady and resilient growth, with total RSA registrations reaching 11,134,223…….READ MORE HERE

Understanding the recently approved Lifetime Salaries for Retired Paramilitary Heads in Nigeria

• The issue of lifetime salaries and benefits for retired heads of paramilitary agencies in Nigeria has gained renewed attention……READ MORE HERE

FG Approves New Exit Package for Retiring Civil Servants

• In a landmark move aimed at improving retirement welfare in Nigeria’s public service, the Federal Government has approved a new………READ MORE HERE

PTAD Finalizes Settlement of ₦32,000 Pension Increment Arrears

• PTAD has successfully completed the payment of the outstanding one (1) month arrears of the ₦32,000 pension increment to eligible…….READ MORE HERE

PTAD Announces New Date for Implementation of Check-Off Dues Deduction Guidelines for Pensioners

• PTAD has announced a new commencement date for the implementation of the approved Guidelines for the Deduction and Remittance……..READ MORE HERE

Status of Contributory Pension Assets as at 28 February 2026

• Nigeria’s Pension Assets Surge to ₦29.43 Trillion in February 2026 – Strongest Monthly Growth in CPS History……..READ MORE HERE
  

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Lagos State pays N1.01b to 544 Retirees at the 113th Retirement Bond Certificate Presentation

• Lagos State Government through the Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC) on Friday, 30th January, 2026, held its 113th Retirement…..READ MORE HERE

Abdulrasheed Maina Trial Continues, Alleged N738.6m Fraud: Judge Threatens to Revoke Bail

• The trial of Maina, former chairman of the defunct Pension Reform Task Team, continued on Thursday, February 5, 2026 before Justice……READ MORE HERE

RSA Enrolment Growth in 2025: A Year of Steady Expansion and Renewed Confidence in the Pension System

• National Pension Commission (PenCom) has disclosed that the total number of Retirement Savings Account (RSA) Registrations as at……READ MORE HERE

Nigerian Pension Fund Assets Surge to ₦27.45 Trillion in 2025: Strong Growth Driven by Equities and Fixed Income Expansion.

• This post provides a detailed analysis of the pension asset performance in 2025, key asset allocation shifts, implications for contributors, PFAs, and the broader financial markets….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

PenCom Launches Convenient Online Data Recapture Platform – Goes Live February 1, 2026

• PenCom has announced a major upgrade to the pension data update process for millions of Nigerians under the Contributory Pension…..READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

FCTA Workers' Indefinite Strike: Unpaid Pensions, Promotion Arrears, and Welfare Grievances Bring Abuja to a Standstill

• In a significant development affecting governance in Nigeria’s capital, workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA)…..READ MORE HERE

Governor Radda Receives Labour Unions on Appreciation Visit Over Payment of N45bn Backlog

• In a significant affirmation of his administration’s commitment to social justice and workers’ welfare, the Executive Governor of….READ MORE HERE

Abdulrasheed Maina, convicted of ₦2.1 Billion Pension Fraud, NBA Award Controversy:

• Questions of Ethics & Memory,
  What Happened,
  The NBA’s Credibility at Stake,
  Response from the NBA,
  Why the Public Reaction Was So Strong,
  A Broader Lesson for Nigerian Institutions,
  Extract of Speech from the Event where Maina received Award from NBA Garki Branch
  A Brief History of the Maina Pension Scam Case
  READ EVERYTHING HERE

CAC Marks 35 Years of Corporate Service to Nigeria

• The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) will, in February 2026, mark 35 years of continuous service to the Nigerian economy, celebrating…….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Military Pensions Board vows faster, transparent pension administration for retirees

• The Chairman has pledged to fast-track pension administration, and strengthen transparency for military retirees to avoid delays in………READ MORE HERE

Ekiti State Government Restates Strong Commitment To The Welfare Of Pensioners

• Ekiti State Government, has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the welfare, dignity and wellbeing of pensioners in the……..READ MORE HERE

Niger State Governor Bago Commits to Resuming Gratuity Payments and Reviewing Pensions

• In a significant move to address the welfare of retirees, Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has reiterated his administr…..READ MORE HERE

GOV. ALIA PROMISES TO CLEAR OUTSTANDING PENSION AND GRATUITIES BEFORE END OF JANUARY.

• The Governor of Benue State, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has assured senior citizens in the state that he will clear their outstanding pensions…READ MORE HERE

Lagos Fire Service Holds 2026 Staff Engagement, Honours Retired Officers for Meritorious Service

• The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) has held its 2026 Annual Staff Engagement and Retirement Ceremony, celebration……READ MORE HERE

LASPEC Organizes Successful Pension Awareness Walk for Lagos State Public Servants

• Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC), held a Pension Awareness Walk aimed at….READ MORE HERE

Katsina State Government Clears N21 Billion in Pension Benefits Arrears

• His Excellency, Executive Governor of Katsina State, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON, has officially flagged off the disbursement of ….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

PenCom Circular makes it Very Difficult to track or compare PFA Performance – Reduced Transparency

• PenCom has released a Circular which makes it very difficult to track or compare actual performance of PFAs, the Circular dated 12 November 2025 is……READ MORE HERE

PTAD Pays N55.9 Billion in Monthly Pensions and Outstanding Pension Arrears in December 2025

• PTAD has successfully disbursed a total sum of N55.9 billion as monthly pensions and pension arrears to eligible Pensioners and….READ MORE HERE

Leadway Pensure: Setting the Pace for Trust, Performance, and Innovation in Nigeria’s Pension Industry

• Nigeria’s pension industry has grown into one of the country’s most influential financial pillars. With assets under management…….READ MORE HERE

Biggest & Fastest Growing PFAs by RSA Registrations 30 September 2025

• PenCom has disclosed the total number of Retirement Savings Account (RSA) Registrations per PFA from inception of the Contributory……READ MORE HERE

Micro Pension Registrations per PFA & Fastest Growing PFAs as at 30 September 2025

• PenCom has disclosed the total Micro Pension Registrations per PFAs from inception to 30 September 2025. PenCom has also……READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

CBN Revokes Licences of Two Mortgage Banks: What It Means for Nigeria’s Financial System

• CBN has taken a decisive regulatory step by revoking the operating licences of two mortgage banks in Nigeria. The affected institutions….READ MORE HERE

Nigerian Airways Retirees meet with PTAD on Pension Payment

• PTAD ES met with representatives of the Association of Airways Retired Workers of Nigeria (AARWN) to discuss longstanding…..READ MORE HERE

FG released ₦34.64 billion for Accrued Rights in 3 Months

• PenCom has disclosed that the Federal Government released the sum of ₦34.64 billion for Accrued Rights payment to 9,707………..READ MORE HERE

Status of Implementation of CPS in State as at Sept 2025

• PenCom has disclosed the Status of Implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and other Schemes by State Governments…….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Senate Passes Bill to Establish Independent Police Pension Board

• Remaining One More Step before Police is Exempted from Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS), READ MORE HERE

PTAD Full Publication on Pension Increment, Why Protest is Unnecessary, Payment & Services coming to Pensioners in 2026 and many more

• The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has noted recent media reports concerning a proposed nationwide….READ MORE HERE

PenCom adds Two PSSPs for Seamless Remittance of Pension Contributions

• PenCom has added two new Payment Solution Service Providers (PSSPs) to the list of approved PSSPs, this brings the total number of…READ MORE HERE

RSA Registration as at 31 October 2025

• Nigeria Pension Industry RSA Enrolment as at 31 October 2025 and Projections for Year End. PenCom has disclosed that the total number….READ MORE HERE

Status of Contributory Pension Assets as at 31 October 2025

• Nigeria’s Pension Fund Assets Hit ₦26.66 Trillion in October 2025 — FGN Securities Dominance Reducing……READ MORE HERE

Nigeria Pension Industry 3rd Quarter 2025 Report Executive Summary includes;

• PenCom 3rd Quarter 2025 Report Executive Summary includes; Key Insights & Trends for Q3 and Outlook & Strategic Priorities for Q4……READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

PenCom Training Workshop for Recovery Agents (RAs) on Recovery of Unpaid Pension Contributions

• PenCom Training for RAs on Recovery of Unpaid Pension Contributions, Who are RAs, What are the Key Responsibilities of RAs….READ MORE HERE

Steps to Take If Your Employer does not Remit Your Pension Contribution

• Non remittance of pension contribution is not something you should take likely. Do not overlook the non-remittance of your……READ MORE HERE

Pension Business Is Good Business — For Everyone

• For many people, pensions are simply a retirement product. In reality, the pension industry is one of the strongest, most sustainable, and most impactful businesses in any modern economy. In Nigeria, the pension sector has evolved into a……………….READ MORE HERE

CBN Announces New Cash Withdrawal Limits

• CBN has announced New Cash Withdrawal Limits Effective January 1, 2026, Check out Full Details & What Has Changed - Be Prepared - Share this post with Family & Friends……READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Era of delayed Pension Payments Over, as PenCom pays November 2025 Accrued Rights

• In a significant boost to retiree welfare, PenCom has announced the full completion of pension payments for all retirees of…..READ MORE HERE

PenCom Disclaimer on Gratification - Beware of Scammers

• PenCom has alerted the general public against fraudulent individuals requesting for gratification to ensure……READ MORE HERE

Micro Pension Fund 5 Performance for all PFAs in Nigeria for January to October 2025

• Micro Pension RSA Fund 5 Return on Investment (ROI) for January to October 2025 for all Pension Fund Administrators in Nigeria…READ MORE HERE

Non Interest Fund 6 Active & Retiree Performance for all PFAs in Nigeria for January to October 2025

• Non Interest Fund 6 Active & Retiree RSA Return on Investment (ROI) for January to August 2025 for all PFAs in Nigeria……READ MORE HERE

Senate Assures Police of Exit from Contributory Pension Scheme

• Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has given a major assurance to retired officers of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), he said…….READ MORE HERE

PTAD November 2025 Pension Payment

• PTAD has disclosed that it has finalized November 2025 pension payment for Civil Service, Police, Parastatals, Customs……..READ MORE HERE

Abia State Begins Phased Payment of Over ₦60 Billion Pension and Gratuity Arrears Owed Since 2001

• In a major relief for thousands of retirees in Abia State, Governor Alex Otti has announced that the state government will start the……READ MORE HERE

Katsina State Takes Bold Step to Clear N20 Billion Gratuity Backlog, Launches New 2025 Pension Reform Law

• In a major boost for retired civil servants in Katsina State, the state government has restated its strong determination to completely….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

PenCom Director General, Omolola Oloworaran, Marks One Year in Office

• The Director General of National Pension Commission, Omolola Oloworaran marks her One Year in Office, check her achievements HERE

PTAD Executive Secretary Celebrate One year of Service.

• One year of meaningful reforms, says PTAD achievements over the past year reflect the collective effort of dedicated partners, institutions & stakeholders.
  READ HER FULL STATEMENT HERE

RSA Registration as at 30 September 2025.

• RSA enrolment continues its upward trajectory, reflecting consistent workforce participation in CPS. Total number of RSA Registrations is…READ MORE HERE

PTAD ES Holds Urgent Talks with Pension Unions to Prevent Protest

• PTAD ES, Tolulope Odunaiya, has held an urgent meeting with NUP & FEPPPAN to address concerns about a planned protest by….READ MORE HERE

Status of Contributory Pension Assets as at 30 September 2025

• Nigeria’s Pension Fund Assets Hit ₦26.09 Trillion as at September 2025 — Strong YTD Growth and Improved Diversification, Check out the analysis HERE
  

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Performance of all PFAs in Nigeria for January to October 2025 (Year to Date)

• The performance of PFAs in Nigeria for January to October 2025 highlight a consistently positive return environment across the pension industry, but performance differs across PFAs…………READ MORE HERE

PTAD Pays ₦3.9 Billion Pension Arrears to 91,146 Retirees

• FG has cleared ₦3.9 billion in outstanding pension arrears for 91,146 retirees under DBS. PTAD announced the successful disbursement…READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Have Your Say in PenCom 2025 Customer Satisfaction Survey,

• PenCom has commenced a Survey on Pension Consumers’ Needs and Experiences for RSA holders, This is your opportunity to give your Feedback to the pension Industry…..READ MORE HERE

PenCom and NAICOM Issue Joint Directive on Treatment of Additional Inflows into RSAs of Retirees on Annuity

• PenCom and NAICOM have issued a joint circular to all PFAs and Retiree Life Annuity (RLA) Providers. This Circular clarifies how to handle additional inflows into RSAs of retiree’s on Retiree Life Annuity…….READ MORE HERE

PenCom partners NAICOM to ensure Insurance companies, their owners & companies they do business with all have Pension Clarence Certificates

• PenCom and NAICOM have jointly issued a new regulatory directive requiring all licensed insurance companies (LICs) and their service providers to comply strictly with the provisions of the Pension Reform Act….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Status of Contributory Pension Assets as at 31 August 2025.

• Nigeria’s Pension Fund Assets Rise by ₦3.38 Trillion in 8 Months — Sector Diversification Loading, PFAs gradually moving away…..READ MORE HERE

PenCom Inaugurates PenCare Board of Trustees: A New Chapter for Retiree Welfare

• PenCom has inaugurated the Board of Trustees for the PenCare Initiative, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s pension and social protection landscape……READ MORE HERE

Kwara State Takes Decisive Steps to Verify Gratuities and Clear Pension Arrears

• In a move aimed at alleviating the long-standing burden on retired civil servants, the Kwara State Government has established two….READ MORE HERE

PenCom and NLC Strengthen Collaboration to Protect Nigerian Workers’ Pensions

• PenCom and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) held a high-level meeting on 31 October 2025 in Abuja to strengthen collaboration and….READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE

Top Pension News for Today

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani Approves ₦2.3 Billion for Retiree Entitlements and Deceased Workers’ Families

• In a significant move to alleviate the financial burdens faced by retirees and families of deceased civil servants, Kaduna State Gov has….READ MORE HERE

PTAD announces New date for implementation of guidelines for deduction of check-off-dues (COD)

• We are constrained to inform our Pensioners, Pensioners’ Union and other related Stakeholders that the Directorate’s Guidelines….READ MORE HERE

What you need to Know about FG Pension Backed Loan for Retirees

• The Federal Government recently introduced a pension-backed loan scheme, launched by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation……READ MORE HERE

Speech by DG of PenCom at Inauguration of the Pension Industry Leadership Council

• Extracts from the speech delivered by DG of PenCom at the Inauguration of the Pension Industry Leadership Council….READ MORE HERE

Speech by Senator George Akume (SGF) at the Inauguration of Pension Industry Leadership Council

• This gives insight to where the industry is going and the plans that the Regulator has for the pension industry…..READ MORE HERE

Support PensionNigeria Financially HERE