The Oyo State Government is defending a newly implemented Contributory Pension Scheme, applicable to all employees hired from 2025 onward. Officials state the scheme is designed to ensure a sustainable and predictable retirement income for state workers. The government aims to address concerns about long-term financial security for its workforce through this reform. Details of the scheme were released following public discussion and scrutiny. The new system intends to move away from previous pension arrangements, offering greater stability and transparency. Authorities have assured workers that the transition will be managed effectively, and benefits will be protected. Further information is available via a link to *Punch* newspaper.