Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced a new retirement age for teachers in Osun public schools, setting it at 65 years old, with a corresponding length of service requirement of 40 years.
In a circular issued by Mr. Ayanleye Aina, the Head of Service, the governor emphasized the importance of adhering to approved guidelines as a prerequisite to enjoy the new retirement age and length of service.
The circular outlined specific criteria that teachers must meet to benefit from the extended retirement age. These include belonging to the education cadre recognized in the Scheme of Service, being registered with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), being medically fit as certified by a qualified medical practitioner, and being free from any disciplinary actions.
Furthermore, eligible officers are required to submit their applications six months before reaching the age of 60 or completing 35 years of service, whichever comes first. These applications must be endorsed by the Head Teacher/Principal and addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education.
It is important to note that the extension period is not pensionable, as stated in the guidelines.
The circular directed the Ministry of Finance and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to immediately halt the payment of salaries to individuals who are currently benefiting from the new retirement age without fulfilling the necessary conditions.
The circular concluded by stressing the need for strict adherence to the guidelines and called on relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) of the government to ensure widespread circulation of the circular and strict compliance with its directives.
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