Assessing Pension Policy Reform: Creating sustainable and Accountable Retirement Systems for Parliamentary Staff

This research is based on a policy review approach that examines the ongoing legislative review of the National Assembly Service Pension Board (Establishment) (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and its implications for staff welfare and institutional integrity. The proposed shift from a Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS) to the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has generated considerable debate, particularly among stakeholders such as the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN). Drawing from historical, legal, and policy frameworks, the study analyzes the impact of these pension reforms on staff security, fiscal sustainability, and administrative feasibility. The paper concludes by offering practical policy recommendations that strike a balance between equity, sustainability, and institutional recognition.