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Aliyu Atiku
Managing Director & CEO
Aliyu Atiku is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NUPEMCO, with over two decades of leadership experience in ICT, digital transformation, risk management, and corporate governance.
He holds a degree in Computer Science from ATBU and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from the University of Cumbria, UK. Before his appointment as MD/CEO, he served as Executive Director, Operations and ICT at NUPEMCO, providing strategic oversight for operational efficiency and digital advancement.
Aliyu previously held senior roles as Chief Technology Officer at Sigma Pensions and Head of IT at Premium Pension, leading major system implementations and governance initiatives. He is certified in CGEIT, Six Sigma Black Belt, and ISO/IEC 27001, among others.
As MD/CEO, his leadership focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth, positioning NUPEMCO as an agile and forward-looking organization.
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Raliat Abubakar is the Head of the HR & Admin Department at NUPEMCO and holds a B.Sc in Microbiology and MBA from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
She oversees all human resource and administrative functions, ensuring a professional, responsive and people centered work environment that supports organizational goals.With over a decade of experience in Nigeria’s pension industry, She has developed a deep understanding of employee engagement and organizational performance standards.
Her leadership is instrumental in fostering a productive workforce, strengthening staff loyalty, and promoting a workplace culture rooted in empathy and accountability. She is passionate about cultivating a positive work environment and continuously improving people management processes in line with NUPEMCO’s commitment to excellence.
Stanley Ihi's Igbinedion
Chief Financial Officer
Stanley Ihi’s Igbinedion is NUPEMCO’s Chief Financial Officer. Offering more than two decades of experience in pension fund administration.
He earned both a BSc and MSc in Accounting and Finance from Ahmadu Bello University. Stanley is a chartered accountant and a senior associate of the Risk Managers Association of Nigeria. His career is distinguished by deep expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance within the pensions industry.
He has played a key role in driving transparency and fiscal discipline at NUPEMCO, and his on going commitment is to reinforce financial systems that support the company’s long-term vision.
Abubakar Mohammed
Chief Compliance Officer
Abubakar Mohammed is the Head of Compliance at NUPEMCO. He is a graduate of Geography from the University of Maiduguri and holds a postgraduate diploma in Management from the University of Calabar and a Master’s in international Affairs and Diplomacy (MIAD) from Ahmadu BelloUniversity, Zaria. He is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management, Institute of Personnel Management, and Institute of Public Relations.
As the Head of Compliance, his role covers compliance management, stakeholder relations and alignment with sector regulatory requirements . He has over two decades of experience spanning compliance and governance across government and corporate sectors . Abubakar plays a vital role in safeguarding NUPEMCO’s regulatory standing and strengthening its compliance framework across institutional operations.
Samaila Bitrus Ndangra, Ph.D.
Head Business Development
Samaila Bitrus Ndangra, leads the Business Development Department at NUPEMCO.
With over 20 years of experience, he has contributed significantly to driving business growth,strengthening client relationships, and advancing institutional partnership. He holds a BSc in Public Administration, an MSc’s in Rural Development and Public Administration from Federal University of Technology, Yola and University of Jos respectively. He went on to obtain a PhD in Development Administration from the University of Jos.
Before joining NUPEMCO, he served at the National Universities Commission and as a lecturer at multiple academic institutions.
Dr. Ndangra is focused on driving business growth,strengthening client relationships, and advancing institutional partnership.
Emmanuel Thomas
Executive Director
Emmanuel Thomas is the Executive Director overseeing Finance and Investment at NUPEMCO.
He holds a BSc from Ahmadu Bello University and an MSc in Accountancy from Babcock University. A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and Associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, he brings nearly 30 years of financial expertise. His career includes key roles such as Chief Finance Officer at Uniswitch Technology and Head of Investment and Fund Administration at First Guarantee Pension. He has participated in international training on leadership, finance, and risk management.
At NUPEMCO, his focus is on sustainable growth, regulatory compliance, and optimizing investment outcomes for stakeholders.
Oluwadamilola Deborah Shajobi-Oseghale, Ph.D.
Company Secretary-Legal Adviser
Oluwadamilola Deborah Shajobi Oseghale is the Company Secretary and Legal Adviser at NUPEMCO. She holds an LLB from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, and a BL from the Nigerian Law School. She also holds an MA in human resources management and LLM from Middle sex University Business School, London, UK and University of Abuja respectively. She went on to obtain a PhD in Law from the University of Abuja. Oluwadamilola is anassociate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development(CIPD), UK, and a member of both the Chartered Institute of Arbitration (UK)and the Nigerian Bar Association. She is a certified Corporate Governance Consultant with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries. Her broad experience spans regulatory compliance, contract management, and organizational ethics. Prior to joiningNUPEMCO she worked in the Industrial and Labour Relations Division under theExecutive Secretary’s Office at the National Universities Commission. At NUPEMCO, she ensures that all corporate operations align with legal best practices and supports board activities with sound legal counsel.
Hussaini Wada
Head, Internal Audit
Hussaini Wada heads the Internal Audit Department at NUPEMCO, bringing over 20 years of experience in audit and financial oversight.
He holds a BSc in Economics from Bayero University Kano and an MSc in Business Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria. As a Certified National Accountant and member of the Institute of Internal Auditors, his professional expertise spans financial reporting, risk management, and fraud prevention. Hussaini previously worked at Sigma Pensionsin fund accounting and benefit administration.
His approach emphasizes internal accountability and robust control mechanisms that promote transparency across all departments.
Lawal Magaji
Head, Information & Communication Technology
Lawal Magaji is the Headof Information and Communication Technology at NUPEMCO.
He has more than 20years of IT experience in both academic and pension sectors. A graduate of Computer Science from Usmanu Danfodiyo University and an MSc from Jamia Hamdard University, India. Lawal has led several digital transformation initiatives including pension core application deployments, ISO compliance frameworks, and infrastructure modernization.
He holds certifications in ISO 27001, EC-CouncilCHFI, and MCSA, among others, and is a Lagos Business School alumnus. His mission is to align technology with NUPEMCO’s strategic objectives through innovative, secure solutions.
Cynthia Gayya
Head, Risk Department
Cynthia Gayya is the Head of Risk Department at NUPEMCO. She is a graduate of Business Management from University of Jos and holds an MBA in Business Management from the National Open University. She is an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management. With over 20 years in pension administration and business operations.
At NUPEMCO, She is instrumental in overseeing risk identification, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of controls that safe guard organizational integrity. She started her career at Express Portfolio Services and was a pioneer of Legacy Pension Managers. She has also undergone leadership training in risk management, enhancing organizational resilience in service delivery. Her focus is on strengthening risk controls, ensuring data integrity, and promoting compliance across all operational activities.
Lwanga Agbata
Head, Operations Department
Lwanga Agbata serves as Head of Operations at NUPEMCO. He holds a degree in Accounting from Ahmadu Bello University and is an Associate member of ICAN, CIPM, and RIMAN.
His experience spans more than two decades in accounting, consulting, and pension processing. Prior to NUPEMCO, he worked at Trustfund Pensions in benefits and customer service.
His responsibilities include overseeing contribution processing, regulatory compliance, and overall operational efficiency.
Lwanga is dedicated to improving service delivery through streamlined processes, technology driven solutions, and continuous staff development.
Oputa Ifeanyichukwu Danny
Head, Benefit Administration
Oputa Ifeanyichukwu Danny heads Benefit Administration at NUPEMCO. He holds a BSc in Accounting from the University of Abuja. Before joining NUPEMCO in 2019, he had gained extensive experience in benefits processing and client service management within the pension industry, he held several management roles at Premium Pension.
Oputa is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely administration of retirement benefits, maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing service efficiency. His goal is to strengthen NUPEMCO’s operational effectiveness by aligning benefit processes with organizational objectives and members satisfaction.
Mustapha Adegbenga Hammed
Head, Investment
Mustapha Adegbenga Hammed is the Head of Investment at NUPEMCO. He holds a B.Tech in Agricultural Economics from LAUTECH and an MBA from Ahmadu Bello University.
He is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers, an authorized dealing clerk of the Nigerian Exchange, and an Associate of ACCA. Mustapha’s career spans more than 13 years in equities trading, portfolio management, and investment research.
At NUPEMCO, he leads efforts to optimize asset allocation, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve long-term growth through disciplined investment strategies.
HEAD, ICT
More than 17years’ experience in requirement Analysis,System Analysis, System Design,
Programming, Relational Database, System Administration and Information technology Management in ICT.
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
More than 18 years of working experience,
mostly with the major PFAs in Nigeria.
An Associate of the Institute of
Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and
Senior Associate of Risk Managers.
Chief Compliance Officer
20-years wide-ranging experience in
financial services most of which are in the
Nigerian pension industry, giving her a rich hands-on pension-industry experience.
Chief Compliance Officer
20-years wide-ranging experience in
financial services most of which are in the
Nigerian pension industry, giving her a rich hands-on pension-industry experience.
Aliyu Atiku
Aliyu Atiku is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NUPEMCO, with over two decades of leadership experience in ICT, digital transformation, risk management, and corporate governance. He holds a degree in Computer Science from ATBU and a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from the University of Cumbria, UK. Before his appointment as MD & CEO, he served as Executive Director, Operations and ICT at NUPEMCO, providing strategic oversight for operational efficiency and digital advancement. Aliyu previously held senior roles as Chief Technology Officer at Sigma Pensions and Head of IT at Premium Pension, leading major system implementations and governance initiatives.
He is certified in CGEIT, Six Sigma Black Belt, and ISO/IEC 27001, among others.
As MD & CEO, his leadership focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth, positioning NUPEMCO as an agile and forward-looking organization.
Nigerian University Pension Management Company Limited (NUPEMCO) is the licensed Pension Fund Administrator for the Nigerian University System.
