The Nigeria Union of Teachers, on Saturday, said 23 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory have implemented the 65-year-old retirement age for teachers.

The National President of the union, Titus Amba, stated in Abuja.

In 2020, former President Muhammadu Buhari announced the new retirement age for teachers. The retirement age was increased from 60 to 65 years.

Amba said, “We are pleased to note that 23 states, the Federal Capital Territory and the Federal Government have implemented the new retirement age for their teachers.

“May I use this opportunity to urge the remaining states to ensure the implementation of the Harmonised Retirement Age for Teachers without further delay as this will not only provide the school system the opportunity to further benefit from the services of these experienced teachers but will also help to address the man.”

The NUT said it was worried about the non-declaration of vacancies and the resultant stagnation of teachers of directorate cadre who are teaching in our Unity Schools.

“It is our submission that these officers who chose to make teaching a career and are carrying out their professional duties in the classrooms need encouragement and should be allowed unhindered career progression and be promoted as and when due like their colleagues in the State Teaching Services.