Delta’s Tertiary Schools’ Workers Get New Salary Structure
Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba A new salary structure has been approved for academic staff of the four Delta State-owned universities effective from August 2026, while that of non-academic staff and
In Asaba, Governor Sheriff Oborevwori announced a new salary structure for academic and non-academic staff of the four Delta State-owned universities, effective from August 2026 and September respectively. These universities, accredited to offer professional courses including medicine, law, nursing and accounting, have seen enrolment figures rise from around 50,000 in 2023 to over 100,000 in 2026.
Governor Oborevwori expressed satisfaction that the universities' academic calendar remained unaltered due to lack of industrial action from staff or student unrest in 17 years, highlighting the state government's commitment to stable academic activities. He urged the newly inaugurated governing councils to uphold transparency, accountability, and regular meetings while ensuring the universities operate within their enabling laws.
The governor also charged the councils to maintain zero tolerance for issues such as sexual harassment, examination malpractice, cultism, favoritism, and corruption. Despite reliance on government funding being unrealistic and unsustainable, the state government continues to invest heavily in infrastructure and staff welfare, including the construction of two hostels for each of the nine state-owned tertiary institutions, each designed to accommodate 480 students.
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