Anambra State Government on Thursday approved the extension of retirement age for teachers from 60 years to 65 years.

The Head of Service, Mr Harry Udu, said in Awka that the extension takes effect from January 17, 2019.

According to Udu, the extension affected teachers in primary and post-primary schools.

He urged officers in charge of the Post Primary School Service Commission and Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board to take necessary steps to notify all teachers of the development.