Kaduna Govt Enhances Teacher Welfare, Extends Retirement Age to 65

From Abdullahi Alhassan, Kaduna

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has approved enhanced service conditions for teachers, including an extension of the mandatory retirement age from 60 to 65 years and an increase in the maximum years of service from 35 to 40 years.

This move is in line with the Harmonised Retirement Age for Teachers in Nigeria Act, 2022, enacted by the National Assembly.

In addition to the extension of the retirement age, teachers posted to rural and hard-to-reach communities will now receive a special rural posting allowance. This aims to incentivize teachers to work in these areas and improve the quality of education.

The Honourable Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the decision reflects Governor Uba Sani’s firm commitment to improving workers’ welfare and revitalizing the education sector.

“This policy is designed to honour years of dedicated service, retain invaluable experience in our classrooms, and motivate greater productivity for the benefit of our children and the future of Kaduna State,” Maiyaki said.

A circular conveying the approval has been issued by the Office of the Governor and signed by the Permanent Secretary (Establishment), Mrs. Felicia I. Makama, directing all relevant institutions to comply. Detailed implementation guidelines will be issued by the State Civil Service Commission in due course.

Governor Sani expressed confidence that the policy will boost teacher motivation, improve retention, and significantly raise educational standards across Kaduna State.

This move reinforces his administration’s broader commitment to strengthening public institutions and investing in human capital development.