Gov Oyebanji extends Ekiti teachers’ retirement age to 65 years
Gov. Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti has approved the immediate extension of retirement age of teachers in the state, from 60 years to 65 years and service year raised from 35 to 40 years.
The governor also rewarded outstanding teachers in the state with cash gifts totalling N46 million.
Oyebanji approved upward review of Science Teachers and Head of Department allowances, as well as immediate payment of 2019 leave bonus arrears to further motivate the teachers.
The governor made these declarations on Sunday at the 2025 World Teachers’ Day celebration held at the Ekiti Parapo Pavilion, Ado Ekiti.
Oyebanji, who thanked the teachers for their invaluable contributions to the growth and development of the state, described them as the foundation upon which the future of the state is built.
He affirmed that the gesture os part of his administration’s efforts to motivate teachers, recognise their immense contributions to the development of education, and enhance their welfare in line with the shared prosperity agenda of his administration.
He explained that the extension of the retirement age is in fulfillment of his promise to reposition the education sector and retain competent and experienced hands in the teaching profession.
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