… Announces salary increase for staff

By Steve Oko

In a move to cushion the biting effects of the prevailing economic hardship in the country, the Management of Gregory University Uturu, GUU, Abia State, has announced an increase in the salary of its staff.

The new pay package, according to a statement by the Acting Public Relations Officer of the institution, Ms Ebubechi Iwuh, will take effect from February 1, 2024.

According to the statement, the  academic staff will receive a 15% pay increase, while the non-academic staff will benefit from a 20% raise.

“This decision approved by the university’s Founder, Prof. Gregory Ibe, is a strategic step to alleviate the financial challenges faced by the staff amidst the economic climate in Nigeria”, the statement added.

It further read: “Our dedicated staff is the foundation upon which our university’s success is built, In these challenging times, it is crucial that we support our team not just in words, but in meaningful action.”

The statement said “the pay raise is an investment in the university’s commitment to excellence and a reflection of its ethos of care and support for its community. It is also a way of appreciating the workforce for their sacrificial commitment and dedication to the development of the institution since inception.

“The increase in salaries for both academic and non-academic staff is a significant step in ensuring that the university continues to attract and retain the best talent in the educational sector. It also demonstrates the university’s understanding of the current economic pressures and its readiness to support its staff through these times.

“We believe that by supporting our staff, we are strengthening our university’s ability to provide the best educational experience for our students,” Prof. Ibe added. “This pay raise is a testament to our commitment to our staff and our students alike.”