Fuel Susbsidy: UI directs workers to work three days weekly

Fuel Susbsidy: UI directs workers to work three days weekly

Authorities of Nigeria’s premier university, the University of Ibadan have issued a directive to workers to report for work only three days a week. In a communique issued on Monday a copy of which was obtained, the decision was sequel to the rising cost of living occasioned by the fuel subsidy removal.

“The astronomical increase in the fuel pump price occasioned by the removal of subsidy by the Federal Government has imposed huge economic difficulties on the generality of Nigerians. “Salary earners who have to commute to work every working day are faced with an aggravation of the condition, given the attendant hike in the transport fare and cost of living. “After a careful consideration of the situation, the University Management recommended a temporary work schedule adjustment for members of staff, which Senate at its meeting of Thursday, 03 August, 2023 considered and approved. “Accordingly, members of staff are now expected to work on site for three (3) days in rotation per week, with effect from Monday, 14 August, 2023. It should, however, be noted that those on essential duties are exempted from this adjustment.”

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The management urged workers to maximise the temporary work schedule and maintain the corporation to adhere smoothly to the rotational working pattern during this period. It was also gathered that the temporal working schedule is subjected to review if the situation improves in the long run.

Fuel Susbsidy: UI directs workers to work three days weekly