Lecturers at Ogun State Polytechnic have warned that they will strike unless the state government reviews the monthly subvention, which they say is insufficient and unpaid. The strike threat comes amid a broader complaint that the institution’s funding has been inadequate, leaving staff without the allowances they are entitled to.
According to reports, the lecturers demand a revised subvention of N100 million per month to cover their salaries, allowances and the costs of running the polytechnic. They say the current funding fails to meet the basic needs of the staff and hampers the delivery of education to students.
Ogun State, located in southwestern Nigeria, has faced criticism in recent years for underinvesting in its public tertiary institutions. The strike threat follows a pattern of labour disputes across Nigerian universities and polytechnics, where staff have called for better pay and resources.
While the state government has not yet responded to the lecturers’ demands, the threat of a strike could disrupt academic activities and affect thousands of students enrolled at the polytechnic.
The situation remains fluid, with both parties reportedly engaging in negotiations to avoid a full‑blown strike. The outcome will likely influence funding discussions for other public institutions in the region.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>