ABUJA, NIGERIA — The Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch A. Adedeji, has reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to supporting the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) to ensure a secure, sustainable, and reliable pension system for Nigerian public servants.
Dr. Adedeji made these remarks during a courtesy visit by a PTAD delegation led by its Executive Secretary, Mrs. Tolulope Odunaiya.
Emphasizing the foundational roles that both PTAD and the National Pension Commission (PenCom) play in national development, the FIRS Chief noted that supporting PTAD is an investment in the future security of the workforce. He stated that robust institutions are essential for the long-term welfare of civil servants, adding that a dependable pension system directly inspires greater commitment and productivity across the public sector.
During the meeting, Dr. Adedeji commended PTAD’s ongoing modernization efforts, specifically pointing to its technology-driven innovations and streamlined convalidation processes that have significantly eased pension administration. He also praised the internal cohesion within PTAD’s management team, noting that a united team is vital to reinforcing strong leadership and effectively delivering on institutional mandates.
The engagement concluded with a shared commitment to inter-agency collaboration, aligning with a broader federal objective to build transparent, resilient institutions that Nigerians can trust for generations to come.
