Governor Sani Approves Allowance For Teachers In Rural Areas, Extends Retirement Age

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has approved enhanced service conditions for teachers across the state.

The government said with effect from August 1, 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.

In addition, the government added that teachers posted to rural and hard-to-reach communities will now receive a special rural posting allowance.

The approval aligned with the Harmonised Retirement Age for Teachers in Nigeria 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.

Commissioner for Information, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the decision reflected the Governor Uba Sani’s firm commitment to improving workers’ welfare and revitalising the education sector in the State.

He noted that Governor Sani considered experienced teachers central to delivering quality education and sustaining learning outcomes across the state.

“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.

The circular added that 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, reinforcing his administration’s broader commitment to strengthening public institutions and investing in human capital development.