UNIBEN REJECTS CLAIMS OF HALF-SALARY PAYMENT TO STAFF

The University of Benin has denied reports that its workers were paid only half of their August 2026 salaries, describing the claim as inaccurate. The development comes amid renewed labour tensions at the institution, with reports of concerns over salary payments and the implementation of demands by university workers.

The controversy follows complaints from some members of staff over their August remuneration. The issue has attracted attention as university-based unions continue to push for improved working conditions and the implementation of previously agreed salary-related demands.

The university’s position contradicts claims that staff members received only 50 per cent of their monthly salaries. UNIBEN maintained that the reports did not accurately represent the institution’s payment position, although the salary dispute has continued to generate reactions among workers and their unions.

The development also comes against the backdrop of renewed industrial action by university unions. Reports indicate that unions at UNIBEN resumed their earlier strike in July, with demands including the payment of outstanding salary increases and related arrears.

The disagreement over salaries highlights the wider challenges facing Nigeria’s public university system, where disputes over remuneration, funding and staff welfare have repeatedly led to tensions between university authorities, workers and government agencies. The latest development is expected to keep attention focused on efforts to resolve the outstanding labour issues at UNIBEN.