Abia State University's Pro-Chancellor Acknowledges Salary Arrears Challenge, Appeals for State Intervention

The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Board of Abia State University, Uturu, Mba Ukariwe, has addressed the university's ongoing financial challenges, stating that the 11 months' salary arrears are beyond its current financial capacity. In a statement issued to the Joint Consultative Committee of Staff Unions of the university, Ukariwe appealed to them to reconsider their strike over the non-payment of arrears.

Ukariwe called for the intervention of the state government in resolving the salary arrears issue and expressed empathy for the university staff facing hardship due to the delayed payments. He extended gratitude to Governor Alex Otti for the regular release of monthly subventions and the restoration of security measures within the university since assuming office.

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Acknowledging Dr. Otti's significant budgetary allocation for education in 2024, the chairman expressed optimism for improved conditions in the sector. Ukariwe emphasized the importance of addressing the financial challenges faced by the university to ensure its stability and the well-being of its staff.