IMSU Staff Protest Management Over Unpaid Salary Arrears and Allowances
Key concerns raised by the protesting staff include promotions without corresponding financial benefits, selective salary payments, and the non-payment of salary arrears and earned academic allowances.
Zita Ezechi 
Tensions ran high at Imo State University (IMSU), Owerri, as members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) staged a protest against the university management, citing grievances related to unpaid salary arrears and allowances.
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The protest, led by ASUU members, highlighted several issues they claim reflect the management's insensitivity towards their welfare. Key concerns raised by the protesting staff include promotions without corresponding financial benefits, selective salary payments, and the non-payment of salary arrears and earned academic allowances.
"We are facing serious challenges here at IMSU," remarked one of the protesting lecturers. "Despite our dedication and hard work, many of us have not received our rightful salary arrears and allowances. This situation is affecting our morale and livelihood."
Additionally, the staff expressed dissatisfaction with the non-remittance of union check-off and welfare dues, alongside concerns about the university's inclusion in the Treasury Single Accounts (TSA) system, which they allege has exacerbated financial delays and administrative bottlenecks.
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"We have not seen our annual salary increments, and wage increases have not been implemented as promised," added another staff member. "Pension deductions are not being remitted, which adds to our growing concerns about financial security."
