Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, in Ovia-South West Local Government, is set to experience a significant boost in staff morale as Governor Monday Okpebholo has approved the immediate payment of five months’ salary arrears alongside the advance payment of April 2025 salaries.
The announcement, aimed at resolving long-standing salary challenges within the institution, was made public by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, on Thursday.
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According to the statement released by Itua, the government is committed to implementing lasting solutions to the financial difficulties faced by the polytechnic’s workforce. A key element of this strategy is the integration of the institution’s salary payment system directly into the state government’s payroll.
“The decision to centralise the salary structure under the state’s direct payroll is part of Governor Okpebholo’s commitment to reposition Edo State’s tertiary education sector for greater efficiency and stability,” Itua stated. This move is anticipated to streamline the payment process and ensure timely and consistent remuneration for staff members moving forward.
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The news comes as a welcome relief for the Polytechnic’s staff, who previously voiced concerns about salary delays. As recently as October 2024, staff members highlighted the irregularity of payments, citing the instance where their May 2024 salaries were not disbursed until September of the same year.
The Governor’s intervention signals a proactive step towards addressing these concerns and fostering a more stable and productive environment within Edo State Polytechnic, Usen. The direct integration with the state payroll system suggests a renewed focus on prioritizing the well-being of educators and administrators within the institution.
