…Forum empowers public and private sector workers with retirement planning strategies
By NIyi JACOBS
Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, a member of the Stanbic IBTC Group, recently held its Pre-Retirement Forum in Kaduna, bringing together stakeholders from both public and private sectors to discuss effective retirement planning, pension management, and post-retirement financial wellness.
The event, held in the heart of Kaduna, attracted high-level professionals and government officials, including Ezekiel Afolabi Adebayo, Chief Lecturer at Kaduna Polytechnic; Ferdinard Orji Nwachukwu, Head of Administration at the Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology; Obiweluozor Elizabeth Chinwe, Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations at the National Eye Centre, Kaduna; and Mallam Maigari Muhammad, State Administrator at the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).
Speaking at the event, Efe Omoduemuke, Executive Director, Investment Management at Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, emphasized the company’s commitment to guiding Nigerians through a secure and stress-free retirement process. He noted that the pre-retirement forum is part of the firm’s ongoing efforts to educate and engage pension contributors ahead of their retirement.
“Our goal is to ensure that all our clients, whether from the public or private sector, are equipped with the tools and knowledge needed to manage their retirement years successfully,” Omoduemuke said.
Also in attendance was Muktar Muhammed, Zonal Manager, North, Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers, who reiterated the firm’s focus on delivering top-notch pension services and maintaining strong relationships with clients across Nigeria.
Participants expressed appreciation for the initiative, describing it as timely and informative. They noted that discussions around pension access procedures, investment options, and retirement benefits enhanced their understanding and preparedness for life after active service.
The Kaduna edition is one of many forums held by Stanbic IBTC Pension Managers nationwide as part of its drive to improve financial literacy and retirement readiness among Nigerians.
