The Niger State Government has approved a new retirement age of 65 years for teachers across the state, effective from January 1, 2026.
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago made the announcement during the 2025 World Teachers’ Day celebration organized by the state chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) in Minna.
He also disclosed that the retirement age for professors has been raised to 70 years, explaining that the decision aims to ensure that teachers’ knowledge and values are passed on to future generations.
Bago further announced the lifting of the suspension on the payment of PTA levies, noting that payments will now be supervised by the Ministry of Education to guarantee effective utilization.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to teachers’ welfare, the governor revealed that all teachers in the state would receive a wage award of ₦20,000 next month. He also donated an 18-seater bus to the NUT Niger State chapter to support its activities.
The Governor then acknowledged teachers for their immense role in nation building reiterating government’s commitment towards protecting the interest of teachers.
The Chairman, Nigeria Union of Teachers Niger State Chapter, Comrade Adamu Mohammed Akayago in his remarks said the theme of this year’s event signifies the reality that teachers are not merely transmitters of knowledge but architects of collective future and as such the welfare, dignity and professional status of teachers must remain a top priority for all stakeholders.
The Registrar and Chief Executive Officer National Examinations Council NECO, Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi while delivering the keynote address tagged, “Together for teachers, together for tomorrow: The imperative for a unified national education strategy,” described teachers as strategic national security assets and key drivers in the formation of civic responsibility.
He stressed the need for renewed commitment to add value to teachers and empower them.
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