The New Executive Secretary, Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD), Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya has assumed office on Monday 18th November, 2024.
In a statement released by the Directorate, informing the publics, especially the PTAD pensioners and other stakeholders of this appointment by the Nigerian President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya took over from Dr. Chioma Nnenna Ejikeme who was the Executive Secretary from August 2019 to November 2024. 
In a brief meeting with the Management and Staff of the Directorate, the new ES 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 ES 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”.
Odunaiya 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.
The new ES 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.
“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”.
Odunaiya vowed to align with PTAD’s Mission and Vision with the Renewed Hope Agenda of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for a prosperous Nigeria.
“By prioritizing efficiency, accountability, and compassion, we’ll contribute to nation where every citizen feels valued and supported—especially those who dedicated their lives to public service”, the ES said.
Odunaiya 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.
