Tinubu fires PTAD Boss Chioma Ejikeme just 3 months after reappointment
President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Dr. Chioma Ejikeme as Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) and appointed Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya as her successor.
A statement issued by PTAD spokesperson Olugbenga Ajayi on Monday announced the appointment of Miss Odunaiya as the new head of the agency. The statement expressed the agency’s pleasure in informing the public, especially PTAD pensioners and other stakeholders, about the new appointment.
However, the statement did not provide any explanation for Dr. Ejikeme’s removal, despite her having been reappointed to a second term just 13 months ago by President Tinubu.
Dr. Ejikeme’s reappointment took effect on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
Miss Odunaiya officially assumed office on Monday, November 18, 2024, at the PTAD headquarters in Abuja, where she was warmly welcomed by the management and staff of the directorate.
According to the statement, the new Executive Secretary held a brief meeting with the management and staff of PTAD, during which she expressed her commitment to building on the legacy of her predecessors and the dedicated efforts of the staff that have contributed to PTAD’s current standing.
She was quoted as saying, “It is with a deep sense of responsibility and purpose that I address you as the new Executive Secretary of this Directorate. I would like to begin by acknowledging the outstanding work of my predecessors and the dedication of every individual who has played a part in bringing us to this point.”
She promised the staff a new chapter, saying, “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.”
Miss Odunaiya further emphasized, “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. 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 Executive Secretary vowed to align PTAD’s mission and vision with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda 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 said.
Following her remarks, she toured the various departments and units of the directorate to gain firsthand insight into its operations and processes.
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