Trustfund Pensions eyes N2tn by year end as assets surge to N1.54tn
MAN, NACCIMA, NECA, NASME, NASSI reject 3% pension hike
Plateau lawmakers in trouble over life pension bill
Pensioners hit jackpot, over 100,000 get pay rise
NITEL, PHCN pensioners receive N39bn lifeline
PenCom moves to enroll transport workers into PPP
FG erases pension gaps in landmark overhaul for retirees
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SubscribeSocial Security: Families of fallen workers won’t be abandoned — NSITF
NSITF has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigerian workers and ensuring that families of employees who die in the course of their duties are not abandoned
Informal workers demand 50:50 pension co-contribution
FIWON has demanded 50:50 pension co-contribution scheme for informal workers to strengthen social protection for millions of Nigerians
Retirees: Employers demand lifetime protection, transport cards, welfare reforms
On the debate around reinstating gratuity, he said the private sector had long moved away from the system, opting instead to strengthen pension contributions
2,800 ex-textile workers die while awaiting unpaid entitlements
The companies shut down between 2002 and 2004 without paying workers their terminal benefits, leaving more than 9,000 employees jobless and financially stranded
FG rolls out free healthcare for pensioners earning below N70,000
PenCom, has inaugurated a free healthcare initiative for retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme, CPS, targeting pensioners earning less than N70,000 monthly
PenCom blows hot on false claims, misleading promotions
Under a new circular issued by the Commission through its Director, Surveillance Department, A. M. Saleem, PFAs will no longer be required to obtain prior approval
Pensioners in limbo as states fail to activate laws
Thousands of civil servants across Nigeria face uncertainty over their retirement benefits as most states have failed to fully implement pension reform laws
Nigeria Airways pensioners beg Tinubu for N36bn lifeline
Retirees of the defunct Nigeria Airways have pleaded with President Bola Tinubu to urgently intervene in the release of their outstanding N36 billion pension
FG moves to avert pension chaos, orders mass compliance
Federal Government has stepped up efforts to prevent a potential pension crisis by ordering full compliance from MDAs
Workers’ Day: NPF Pensions hails police, Nigeria’s unsung heroes
By Victor Ahiuma-Young As Nigeria marked the 2026 Workers’ Day celebration weekend, NPF Pensions Limited has paid glowing tribute to officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force, describing them as the nation’s “unsung heroes of security” for their courage and dedication to duty. In a goodwill message, the pension firm commended the resilience and unwavering commitment […]
Social Security: Abuja talks spark hope for millions outside safety nets
By Dr Emmanuel Ulayi When delegates from across West Africa converged on the Abuja Continental Hotel on April 22–23, 2026, the agenda was clear but ambitious: to rewire how social security services will reach the people who need them most. For two days, the International Social Security Association (ISSA) 2026 West Africa Technical Seminar placed one […]
Inside Nigeria’s pension system scandal
The union has warned that it may pursue legal action against defaulting governments, particularly over unpaid gratuities
Why Nigerian workers die soon after retirement — NCSU scribe
Olowoyo, has raised the alarm over what he described as the “disturbing and preventable” wave of deaths among Nigerian pensioners, blaming systemic failure
Social security: ECS guarantees lifeline for employees’ families — FG
“This is not just another announcement—it is a declaration that the Nigerian civil servant matters. Your welfare is now front and centre”
PenCom promises improved service as new board faces tough mandate
PenCom has assured Nigerians especially contributors of improved performance and stronger safeguards for pension funds
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