The management of the University of Ilesa, Osun State, has denied reports alleging poor staff welfare, describing them as “false and unfounded.
The school, in a statement by the Head of Corporate Service and Information Unit, Babatunde Fanowopo, said the report does not reflect the true position of staff welfare in the University.
According to the statement, “Management wishes to state categorically that the report is false, unfounded, and does not reflect the true position of staff welfare in the University”.
The statement noted that the state government has paid the salaries and allowances of all categories of staff up to May 2026.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Osun State Government has paid the salaries and allowances of all categories of staff up to May 2026. No member of staff of the University is owed any salary or emolument,” Fanawopo stated.
“Furthermore, as part of its sustained commitment to improving staff welfare, the Osun State Government recently approved the implementation of the reviewed salary structure for academic staff of the University of Ilesa.
“In line with this approval, all academic staff will begin to enjoy the new salary scale with effect from June 2026, and all accrued arrears will be fully paid,” the statement added.
The University management said it prioritises staff development and working conditions.
It reassured the staff, students, parents, and the general public of its unwavering commitment to the welfare of its workforce and the continued pursuit of academic excellence.
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