PTAD Explains Delay in January 2026 Pension Payments, Assures Pensioners of Imminent Disbursement

The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has attributed the delay in the payment of January 2026 pensions to the non-release of funds, reassuring retirees that payments will be processed immediately once the funds are made available.

In an official pension update issued in January, PTAD disclosed that the pension funds for the month have not yet been released, stressing that the delay is not the result of any administrative failure on its part.

The Directorate explained that all internal arrangements required for the processing of pensions have already been completed, noting that it stands ready to commence payment as soon as the funds are received.
PTAD further clarified that pension payments are remitted by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) directly into the individual bank accounts of pensioners. As a result, the agency noted that it does not have direct control over the timing of fund releases or the final crediting of accounts.

The agency appealed to pensioners to remain patient, assuring them that it remains committed to the prompt and transparent payment of pensions under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS).

PTAD also stated that it is maintaining active engagement with relevant authorities to ensure that the outstanding funds are released without further delay, adding that pensioners will be duly informed of any new developments

The clarification comes amid growing concerns among retirees over delays in monthly pension payments, with PTAD reiterating its commitment to safeguarding the welfare and financial security of pensioners nationwide.

PTAD Explains Delay in January 2026 Pension Payments, Says Funds Yet to Be Released

PTAD says January 2026 pension payments are delayed due to non-release of funds, assures pensioners of immediate disbursement once funds are made available by the CBN.