KWASU Governing Council Approves ₦70,000 Minimum Wage for Staff
Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has approved a new ₦70,000 minimum wage for its staff, effective December 2024, alongside additional welfare benefits and ongoing dialogue on earned allowances.
Mary Nwaeze 
The Governing Council of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has approved the implementation of a ₦70,000 minimum wage for its staff, effective from December 2024. The decision was announced by Professor Abdulganiyu Ambali, Chairman of the Governing Council, during a meeting with ASUU (Ibadan Zone) executives at the university's Business School in Ilorin.
Key Announcements:
- The new minimum wage aims to enhance industrial harmony and encourage staff dedication to the institution's vision.
- Welfare initiatives include:
- ₦100,000 tuition rebate for staff children studying at KWASU.
- ₦50,000 monthly stipend for staff with disabilities.
- Subsidized transportation between Ilorin and Malete.
Ongoing Dialogue:
Professor Ambali confirmed that discussions with the Kwara State Government are ongoing regarding Earned Academic Allowances (EAA) and reinstating subvention for the university.
ASUU's Input:
ASUU Zonal Coordinator, Comrade Oyegoke Oyebamiji, called for increased funding for Nigerian universities and praised KWASU's administration for fostering a harmonious relationship between staff and management.
This development is expected to boost staff morale and further KWASU's commitment to academic excellence.
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