Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun has reiterated enforcement of approved guidelines as a condition to enjoy the new retirement age, 65 years old, and length of service, 40 years, for teachers in public schools.
This is contained in a circular issued by Ayanleye Aina, the Head of Service, on Tuesday in Osogbo.
According to the circular, all those interested in enjoying the new increased retirement age must comply with the guidelines as stipulated, meanwhile, for a teacher to benefit from the scheme, he or she must be within the education cadre recognised in the scheme of service.
The circular reads, “For the purpose of emphasis, for any officer to enjoy the new retirement age and length of service, the concerned officer is requested to ensure that the guidelines were strictly adhered to.
“For avoidance of doubt, a copy of the guidelines under reference is hereby attached. Relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of government are requested to ensure wide circulation of this Circular and strict compliance.”
