Delta State Universities Approve New Salary Structure

Governor Sheriff Oborevwori announced a new salary structure for academic staff at the four Delta State-owned universities, effective from August 2026, while the new structure for non-academic staff will take effect in September. This announcement was made in Asaba during the swearing-in of the new Auditor-General of Delta State, Mr. Emasogbe Matthew Oghene, and the inauguration of the governing councils for the University of Delta Agbor, Dennis Osadebay University Asaba, and Southern Delta University Ozoro.

The governor noted that enrollment figures at these institutions have increased from about 50,000 in 2023 to over 100,000 in 2026. He praised the stability of the academic calendar over the past 17 years and urged the councils to ensure transparency, accountability, and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct.

Oborevwori also highlighted the importance of attracting private-sector investments and announced the construction of two hostels for each of the nine state-owned tertiary institutions.