The Benue State Government has cleared earned allowances of Benue State University, BSU, Makurdi staff This was disclosed by Gov Hyacinth Alia on Friday through his Spokesman, Sir Tersoo Kula. He announced the clearance of the outstanding 35 months of Earned Allowances and Earned Academic Allowances for staff at Benue State University.
Recall that varsity workers' struggle for Earned Allowances and Earned Academic Allowances had a history dating back to 2010 when an agreement was reached for the commencement of implementation. He said, 'Successive administrations did their best but the matter lingered for long with a series of industrial actions, until governor Hyacinth Alia recently intervened.
'We recognize that not every lecturer received the same amount, but the administration is committed to making sure all educators receive their due endowment.' Kula said Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia's vision for quality education in Benue State is steadfast. 'By prioritizing the welfare of our educators, we are enhancing a society where they can focus totally on delivering the best educational experience to our students.
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