UNICROSS: In Praise of Gov. Otu for Implementing Minimum Wage

For years, former students, staff, and students of the University of Cross River State have expressed concerns about government neglect and lack of investment in the university, with staff and students welfare being a major issue. However, under Gov. Bassey Otu's leadership, things are gradually improving.

After months of discussions, the government has commenced implementing the new national minimum wage for university staff, a development that has been greeted with excitement among UNICROSS staff.

As alumni association, we commend Gov Otu and his team for prioritising the welfare and interests of our staff. We take pride in having some of the most passionate and patriotic university staff in the country, and this gesture will undoubtedly boost their morale and motivation.

We knew from the onset that Gov Otu's leadership would bring positive change to the university. Even before assuming office, he had demonstrated his commitment to the institution by facilitating the construction of the administrative complex, which transformed the university's aesthetics and created a more conducive working environment.

While appreciating this development, we humbly appeal to the Governor to remain open to further requests, particularly regarding other pressing infrastructural needs such as road networks, staff and student accommodations, lecture theaters, electricity, health facilities, etc.

We also seize this opportunity to appeal to affluent Cross Riverians to support the university's growth by investing in its development. The university is our collective heritage, and every hand must be on deck to propel it into a world-class institution.

-Inyali Peter, Ph.D.

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