Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced new conditions for teachers in public schools to enjoy the extended retirement age of 65 years and length of service of 40 years.
A circular issued by Ayanleye Aina, the Head of Service, outlines the guidelines for eligibility.
According to the circular, teachers must be within the recognized education cadre and registered with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN). Additionally, they must be medically fit and not under any disciplinary action.
Eligible teachers are required to apply six months before reaching the age of 60 or completing 35 years of service, whichever comes earlier. Applications must be endorsed by the Head Teacher/Principal and addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education.
However, the extension period will not be pensionable.
The Ministry of Finance and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) have been directed to halt salary payments to teachers who fail to meet the new conditions.
Governor Adeleke emphasized the importance of strict compliance with the guidelines, urging relevant government agencies to ensure wide circulation
