Tinubu Appoints Hafiz Kawu as Federal Commissioner, PenCom

The appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Hafiz Kawu, OON, mni, as a Federal Commissioner in the National Pension Commission (PenCom) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been greeted with warm applause and heartfelt commendations from across the country.

Comrade Kawu, a former legislator, Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON), and Member of the prestigious National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Jos (mni), is widely respected for his dedication to public service, legislative competence, and grassroots development. His new role is seen as a strategic move to further strengthen Nigeria’s pension administration.

In his remarks, Hafiz Kawu expressed deep appreciation to President Tinubu for entrusting him with the national responsibility, promising to work with integrity, dedication, and transparency to ensure that the rights and entitlements of retirees are protected and that the commission delivers on its mandate effectively.

Supporters and constituents have also extended prayers for his success—“Allah Yasanya Alheri, Amin Ya Hayyu Ya Qayyum”—while expressing optimism that his leadership will bring about impactful reforms and improved service delivery within PenCom.

Political analysts say the choice of Hafiz Kawu reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to appointing competent, tested, and patriotic Nigerians into key positions to drive national progress.