Abia State retirement directive

The Abia State Government starts the retirement process for directors, permanent secretaries, and department heads.G

overnor Alex Otti suspended a number of officials, including permanent secretaries, heads of ministries, agencies, departments, and tertiary institutions back in June in an effort to reform the Abia State public sector. Following the publication of a circular titled "Tenure of office for permanent secretaries, directors, and heads of non-ministerial departments," the state government has now begun the procedures for these individuals' retirement.

The circular states that this order is in line with Circular No. HSA/S.0074/11/91, issued August 1, 2011, and is a part of the state's ongoing reforms. The government wants to revitalize the public service, raise officer morale, and promote a more productive workplace.

The following are the main ideas of the circular:

The tenure for permanent secretaries and department heads is four years, with the potential of extension for another four years if performance is sufficient.

Directors, on the other hand, will have to leave their positions after eight years.

It's important to note that Rule 02809 of the state public service rules, which mandates forced retirement at age 60 or after 35 years of pensionable service, whichever occurs earlier, is unaffected by these recommendations.

By January 1, 2024, all impacted permanent secretaries, non-ministerial department heads, and directors who will have served eight or more years in their positions have been informed to begin the retirement process. To guarantee a seamless transition and timely receipt of retirement benefits, they are recommended to give the required three months' notice before their retirement date.

Any prior circulars on the subject are superseded by this one, which is effective immediately. The government of Abia State is devoted to reviving its public service for a more effective and devoted staff.