UNILESA Lecturers Get Pay Rise as Governor Adeleke Signs New Salary Package
- Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke, has approved a new salary structure for University of Ilesa lecturers
- The government has said the pay rise aims to improve welfare and retain academic staff in the institution
- UNILESA Vice-Chancellor, who welcomed the decision, said it will boost morale and academic performance
Osun state governor, Ademola Adeleke, has approved a new salary structure for lecturers at the University of Ilesa (UNILESA).
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The approval takes immediate effect and was formally communicated in an official letter dated May 29, 2026.
The letter, as stated by the Nigerian Tribune, was signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Mr M.A.K. Jimoh, and sent to the university’s Vice-Chancellor.
The state government explained that the decision is aimed at improving the welfare of academic staff, boosting morale, and stopping the movement of skilled lecturers to other institutions.
It also said the plan is meant to help the university attract experienced academics and strengthen its reputation.
The move, the minister said, places their pay in line with what is already being paid at Osun State University, Osogbo.
VC praises Adeleke, backs new salary plan
In reaction, the Vice-Chancellor of UNILESA, Professor Taiwo Olufemi Asaolu, welcomed the development and praised the governor for what he described as consistent support for education and staff welfare.
He said the new pay structure would encourage lecturers to put more effort into teaching, research, and community service as the university works toward academic excellence.
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Source: Legit.ng
