Niger Assembly Raises Retirement Age to 70 for Academic Staff
The Niger State House of Assembly has passed a bill extending the retirement age of academic staff in state-owned institutions. General academic staff will now retire at 70 instead of 65, while professors will remain in service until 75.
Chairman of the Standing Committee on Education, Hon. Mohammed Sani Idris, said the move aligns with national standards, helps retain experienced lecturers, and enhances the quality of education in the state.
The Assembly also resolved to summon officials of the Ministry of Works over failure to enforce road safety measures, stressing its commitment to protecting citizens and improving infrastructure.
