The Osun State Government has given its nod for the immediate implementation of new retirement age and length of service regulations for teachers within the state civil service.
This approval, as communicated through a circular issued by the State’s Head of Service, Ayanleye Aina, is aimed at restoring stability across educational institutions within the state.
The circular further instructs individuals interested in availing themselves of the new retirement age to adhere to the specified guidelines provided.
Furthermore, the state government has directed both the Osun State Ministry of Finance and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) to promptly halt the disbursement of salaries to teachers who have been enjoying the benefits of the new retirement age without meeting the accompanying requirements.
According to the circular, “I wish to refer to our Circulars Ref. Nos. SMD.61/VOL.III/36 dated 31st May, 2022 and SMD.61/Vol.IV/52 dated 20th October, 2023 on the above subject, and reiterate that the conditions stated in the aforementioned Circulars still subsist. Consequently, all those who have been enjoying the new retirement age and length of Service without fulfilling the necessary prerequisites have, by this Circular, ceased to enjoy such benefits until their compliance with the extant Circulars.
“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 are 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,” the circular concluded.
