The Association of Primary School Head Teachers of Nigeria (AOPSHON), Enugu state Wing, has called for the extension of teachers retirement age in the state from 60 years to 65 years.
The association’s Chairman, Mr Chilotanwa Okoli, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Enugu on Friday that the state government should also review the teachers service duration to 40 years.
According to him, the teachers service duration and retirement age should be at par with lecturers in the universities.
He said: “We all know that the experiences and competencies of teachers increase with years of service and age.
“Therefore, increase in the number of years will be of immense benefit to our school children.’’
Okoli also called for the elevation of the position of Principal or Head Teachers General (HTG) in the state to Grade Level 17.
