The Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP), has reinforced its commitment to staff welfare by organizing a comprehensive pension sensitisation workshop designed to improve financial literacy and retirement preparedness among employees.
Held under the theme “Securing Our Tomorrow Today: Promoting Pension Awareness and Retirement Readiness Among University Staff,” the one-day workshop brought together experts from FCMB Pensions, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, Access ARM Pensions, NUPEMCO, and Tangerine APT Pensions to educate staff on the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) and effective retirement planning.
Welcoming participants, Senior Deputy Registrar (Pensions), Mrs. Chidubem Onyejeme, urged staff to embrace pension planning as an ongoing responsibility. She stressed that understanding pension processes and maintaining accurate records are essential steps toward achieving financial stability after retirement.
Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Noel Wannang, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Judith Dawulung, praised the initiative, noting that retirement readiness contributes to a more motivated and productive workforce. She reaffirmed the University’s dedication to programmes that improve staff welfare and safeguard their future.
Experts at the workshop provided practical guidance on pension administration, statutory rights under the CPS, Pension Fund Administrator (PFA) selection and transfer procedures, voluntary contributions, wealth creation, debt management, and healthcare planning for retirement.
The Bursar, Alhaji Amale Bello, also updated staff on pension remittances, while the Registrar, Mr. Longtong Yadok, commended the University Management, Pension Unit, and resource persons for organising a timely and impactful programme.
The workshop reflects FUE Pankshin’s unwavering commitment to empowering employees with the knowledge required to make informed financial decisions, maximize pension benefits, and enjoy a financially secure retirement.
