In a decisive move to strengthen the education sector and reward professionals and dedication, Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has approved enhanced service conditions for teachers across the state.
Effective from August 1st, 2025, the mandatory retirement age for teachers has been extended from 60 to 65 years, while the maximum years of service have been increased from 35 to 40 years.
According to the Commissioner of Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, in addition, teachers posted to rural and hard-to-reach communities will now receive a special allowance.
Maiyaki explained that the approval aligns with the Harmonised Retirement Age for Teachers i Act, 2022, enacted by the National Assembly, which exempts teachers from the general public service retirement threshold of 60 years or 35 years of service, in recognition of their critical role in national development.
According to him, the decision reflected Governor Sani’s firm commitment to improving workers’ welfare and revitalising the education sector, as the Governor considered experienced teachers as central to delivering quality education and sustaining learning outcomes across the state.
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