The rector recommends 70 as the retirement age for polytechnic lecturers

The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, Dr. Dayo Oladebeye, has called for the extension of the retirement age for lecturers at the Nigerian Polytechnic from 65 to 70 .

Oladebeye, who lamented that polytechnics are now losing their best hands over the retirement age issue, said teachers should be allowed to serve until 70 in order to contribute to development of education in the country.

The rector spoke at the send-off and retirement program of the polytechnic's former vice-rector (administration), Garba Olorunoje of the institution's building technology department.

According to him, “I recommend that the retirement age for the lecturer in Nigerian polytechnics should be the same as for university professors as they still have a lot to contribute to the development of their institutions and the education sector at this age."

He described Olorunoje as a very hardworking, loyal and unassuming administrator who worked diligently for the growth of the polytechnic, adding that the institution would continue to benefit from his wealth and unparalleled experience.

National President, Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti Alumni Association, Oyedokun Abiodun said Olorunoje is celebrated for what he stands for, his impeccable pedigree and his integrity in the institution and beyond.

He noted that he had a significant impact on the lives of friends and students at the institution, charging others to emulate him.

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