Tinubu Appoints Hafiz Kawu as Federal Commissioner, Pension Commission

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) and Member of the prestigious National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos (mni), as a Federal Commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointment has been met with widespread commendation […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) and Member of the prestigious National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos (mni), as a Federal Commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom).

The appointment has been met with widespread commendation from political leaders, associates, and well-wishers across the country, who have hailed it as a well-deserved recognition of Comrade Kawu’s exemplary service, legislative experience, and unwavering commitment to good governance.

In his reaction, Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu expressed profound gratitude to President Tinubu for finding him worthy of the national assignment. He pledged to justify the confidence reposed in him by working diligently to advance the objectives of the Pension Commission, strengthen pension administration, and safeguard the welfare of retirees across the country.

A seasoned lawmaker and respected community leader, Hafiz Kawu is known for his dedication to public sector reform, transparency, and accountability. His conferment with the National Honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) reflects his significant contributions to national development, while his membership of the National Institute (mni) underscores his depth of strategic insight and policy expertise.

Supporters, political associates, and constituents have offered heartfelt prayers—“Allah Yasanya Alheri, Amin Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum”—for a successful tenure, expressing confidence that he will deliver impactful reforms and uphold the integrity of the commission.

For many, President Tinubu’s decision is not only a personal milestone for Hafiz Kawu but also a strategic gain for the nation, particularly in ensuring the transparency, sustainability, and efficiency of Nigeria’s pension system.