{
  "id": 16512018,
  "title": "Lagos begins online verification for pensioners",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/lagos-begins-online-verification-for-pensioners-16512018",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-25T19:22:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/lagos-begins-online-verification-for-pensioners/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC) has initiated an online verification process for pensioners enrolled in the Defined Benefit Scheme, which is set to commence between October 26 and November 25, 2026. Eligible pensioners include retired heads of service, permanent secretaries, and those under the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) and Civil Service Pension Office (CSPO). LASPEC Director-General, Mr Babalola Obilana, announced the verification exercise via a notice, urging affected pensioners to complete the process within the given timeframe. The primary objective of the verification is to update pensioners' records and confirm their eligibility under the Pay-As-You-Go system. The online verification will be conducted exclusively through designated portals: verify.laspec.gov.ng for retired heads of service and permanent secretaries, verify.tescomlagos.ng for TESCOM pensioners, and verify.cspo.ng for CSPO pensioners. To begin the verification process, participants must complete a two-step login using their Oracle number and surname. After logging in, they will be directed to self-service options and must follow on-screen instructions to finalize the verification. During the process, participants are required to activate their device cameras for identity confirmation, provide their Bank Verification Number (BVN) or National Identification Number (NIN), update personal information, and submit next-of-kin details. LASPEC stressed the importance of accurate information entry before the November 25 deadline. For further assistance, pensioners can reach out to designated contacts, including Mrs Morenike Makinde at 09053962112 for retired heads of service and permanent secretaries, Mrs Alabi Adedamola at 08023064050 for TESCOM pensioners, and email [email protected] for inquiries related to the Civil Service Pension Office. The online verification system aims to facilitate the verification process without the need for physical visits to the office.",
  "summary": "The Lagos State Pension Commission (LASPEC) has directed eligible pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme to complete an online verification exercise. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-begins-online-verification-for-pensioners/",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}