The Ondo State Governor
In furtherance of his administration’s commitment to education and the welfare of workers, the Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan has approved the immediate implementation in the state owned tertiary institutions, the agreement reached between the Federal Government and the Unions of Universities.
This is just as he approved an immediate 60 percent increment in the monthly subventions to all state-owned tertiary institutions in the state.
The approvals cover all relevant state-owned tertiary institutions and is designed to address long-standing welfare issues, boost staff morale, and align the institutions with national standards
The decision for the approvals also aimed at strengthening the capacity of the institutions to meet their obligations, ensure prompt payment of salaries, and improve the overall learning environment for students and staff.
.The approvals, According to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan affirmed that both approvals take immediate effect from August.
Speaking on the approvals, Aiyedatiwa called on the management of the affected institutions to ensure judicious use of the increased subvention and to prioritize staff welfare and academic excellence.
He also urged the unions to reciprocate government’s goodwill by maintaining industrial harmony and focusing on delivering quality education to our teeming students.
The Aiyedatiwa administration remains committed to making Ondo State a hub for quality tertiary education and will continue to take bold steps to support our institutions.
