Nigeria
FG’s proposal aims to give universities full autonomy
According to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in an effort to minimise outside obstacles and foster progress, the Federal Government is thinking about restoring the University Full Autonomy Policy.
The government believes that university autonomy lets institutions grow at their own pace, and this decision is in line with that view.
During the 48th convocation ceremony of the University of Benin this past weekend, Tinubu, speaking through Engineer Abubakar Momoh, the Minister of Niger Delta Development, expressed confidence in the suggested approach.
“There is little doubt that university autonomy will shift performance accountability from the current state of uncertainty to the individual institutions.”
The President emphasised in his speech the worries of university staff regarding unpaid salaries.
To address the issue, he declared that all university staff will get a four-month salary payment.
In addition, Tinubu promised that the government would continue to improve university conditions by supplying essential amenities including lecture halls, dorms for students, administrative offices, and study books.
These facilities were built with funding from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) with the intention of rewarding employees and students for their achievements.
“As a responsible government, we would continue to devote concrete resources to education and to formulate long-term policies that will outlast this administration,” Tinubu promised.
“Through research and technological advancements, the teaching of pertinent skills, and a more entrepreneurial mindset, our universities have the multiple responsibilities of helping to expand horizons.”
